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By Odita Sunday, Abuja
15 August 2024 | 8:31 pm
Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), Hashimu Argungu, has emphasized the need for thorough and well-defined background checks in the nation's recruitment processes to ensure the selection of qualified individuals for national service. In a statement shared by PSC spokesman, Ikechukwu Ani, on Thursday, Argungu stressed the importance of aligning individuals' skills and knowledge…
Police Service Commission.Photo:psc.gov.ngChairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), Hashimu Argungu, has emphasized the need for thorough and well-defined background checks in the nation’s recruitment processes to ensure the selection of qualified individuals for national service.
In a statement shared by PSC spokesman, Ikechukwu Ani, on Thursday, Argungu stressed the importance of aligning individuals’ skills and knowledge with job demands to ensure effective recruitment.
He made these remarks during the 6th edition of the PSC’s “Arena of Knowledge” weekly lecture series held in Abuja.
“Recruitment must be meticulously planned to achieve objectives such as acquiring the best skills and ensuring democratic processes,” Argungu stated.
He added that successful recruitment is challenging if job roles are not clearly defined and emphasized the need for precise matching of skills and roles.
The PSC Chairman also highlighted that comprehensive background checks should include educational history, previous employment, criminal records, and public records such as birth, marriage, and divorce details.
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“It is crucial to secure the right people with the right skills in the right place at the right time,” he said.
Assistant Director in the Department of Human Resource Management, Sunday Garuba, also addressed the lecture series. He discussed the critical nature of hiring and firing in the public sector, noting that adherence to established rules and guidelines is essential for merit, transparency, and fairness.
Garuba explained that the Public Service Rules (PSR) provide a framework for effective hiring practices that attract top talent and fair firing procedures that maintain accountability.
“By following due process and upholding public service principles, we can build a competent and responsive civil service,” he stated.
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