Difference Between Nigeria police General Duty & Specialist Cadre

People have been asking about the differences between general duty police officers and specialist police officers in various specific roles, both from the recruitment stage and in terms of their respective duties.

General Duty Police Officers:

-Recruitment Requirements:

– General educational and physical requirements.

– Typically undergo basic training covering a wide range of law enforcement tasks.

– Duties:
– Patrol neighborhoods, respond to emergencies, maintain public order, enforce laws, and handle various situations in the community.
– Provide a visible presence to deter crime and ensure public safety.

Specialist Police Officers:

(1) Driver:

-Recruitment: Requires specialized training in driving skills and vehicle maintenance.

– Duties: Responsible for driving police vehicles, ensuring they are properly maintained, and transporting officers as needed.

(2) Mechanic:

– Recruitment: Requires specialized training and expertise in vehicle mechanics.

– Duties: Maintain and repair police vehicles, ensuring they are in optimal condition for duty.

(3) Welder:

– Recruitment: Requires expertise in welding techniques.

– Duties: Repair and fabricate metal structures and equipment as needed within the police department.

(4) Painter:

– Recruitment: Requires skills in painting and surface finishing.

– Duties: Paint and maintain police facilities, vehicles, and equipment.

(5) Plumber:

– Recruitment: Requires skills in plumbing and pipefitting.

– Duties: Maintain and repair plumbing systems in police buildings and facilities.

(6) Medical:

– Recruitment: Requires medical qualifications and training.

– Duties: Provide medical support, first aid, and emergency medical services to police personnel and, in some cases, the community.

(7) Band Section:

– Recruitment: Requires musical skills and training.

– Duties: Perform at official events, ceremonies, and public engagements, representing the police force through music.

(8) Veterinary:

– Recruitment: Requires veterinary qualifications.

– Duties: Care for police K-9 units, ensuring the health and well-being of police dogs.

(9) Electricians:

– Recruitment: Requires electrical expertise and training.

– Duties: Maintain and repair electrical systems in police buildings, vehicles, and equipment.

(10) Marine:

– Recruitment: Requires specialized training in marine operations.

– Duties: Patrol waterways, conduct search and rescue operations, and enforce maritime laws.

(11) Communication/Info Tech.:

– Recruitment: Requires expertise in communication systems and information technology.

– Duties: Maintain police communication systems, handle digital evidence, and provide technical support for information technology needs.

(12) Carpenters:

– Recruitment: Requires skills in carpentry and woodworking.

– Duties: Maintain, repair, and construct structures and equipment within police facilities.

Specialist officers bring their specific expertise to enhance the overall capabilities of the police force, ensuring that various technical and specialized aspects of law enforcement are effectively managed.

Nigeria Police Recruitment Portal:

https://apply.policerecruitment.gov.ng