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| PSC Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu |
The Police Service Commission (PSC) emphasized the importance of upholding professional ethics, codes of conduct, and standards in public service during its fourth "Arena of Knowledge" lecture series on July 31, 2024.
PSC Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu and Mr. Mathias Okoi Uyo-Uyo discussed the necessity for civil servants to demonstrate discipline, loyalty, and impartiality while avoiding conflicts of interest. They underscored the need for cooperation and adherence to office routines to enhance public service effectiveness.
Speaking on the principles of ethical power for organisations and individuals, the PSC chairman stressed that "we have a commitment to live by ethical principles."
DIG Argungu noted that whenever and where an employer "violates the code of ethics, the board/Commission shall determine appropriate disciplinary process and procedures to address violations of the "conduct and ethical behaviour in accordance with prevailing guidelines of extant rules and regulations"
Mr. Uyo-Uyo in his own paper x-rayed the core principles of the public service, which are Stewardship, Trust, Engagement, Professionalism and Good governance.
In his seven principles of public life, Mr. Uyo-Uyo looked at issues such as selflessness, where he noted that decisions should be taken solely in terms of Public interest; Integrity where a governing board member should not place him/herself under any financial or other obligation to outside individuals or organizations that might be perceived to influence him/her in the performance of his/her official duties.
He mentioned, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
Speaking on general conduct, he said a governing board member must comply with the rules set by the governing board and the public board regarding remuneration, allowances and expenses. According to him "it is a member's responsibility to ensure compliance with all extant requirements concerning payments, including expenses.”
The Arena of Lecture series, according to a press statement signed by Ikechukwu Ani, Head, Press and Public Relations unit, is a brainchild of the Commission’s chairman meant to offer opportunity for staff to improve their knowledge on the workings of the public service.
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