Kogi State State Government has absorbed over 2,500 vigilante members into the state civil service as part of efforts to combat criminal activities.

The Executive Chairman, Kogi State Civil Service Commission, Barr. Tanko Muhammed, disclosed this while addressing members of the Kogi State Vigilante Service (KSVS) in Lokoja on Thursday.

The Chairman emphasized that their absorption into the state civil service has further subjected them to the Public Service Rules (PSR), Scheme of Service and Regulation with their appointment duly gazetted.

While congratulating them for their successful engagement into civil service, Barrister Mohammed urged them to remain committed and dedicated to their duties, describing their new position in the society as “very important.”

In his remarks, the Director General of KSVS, Alhaji Ibrahim Omeiza Sani, said the absorption is a testimony of their good service and implicit trust of Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo in their ability to assist In combating criminal activities in the State.

He urged the vigilante members to remain committed to their duties and justify the trust reposed in them.

The Director General, represented by his Deputy, Mr. Ibrahim Taiwo, enjoined the members to observe the necessary documentation associated with their new position in the civil service sector.

Established by the Kogi State House of Assemble Law of 2013, the KSVS became operational during the administration of Governor Yahaya Bello, with members drawn from different communities across the 21 local Government areas. (Daily Trust)