The salary of a DPO (Divisional Police Officer) in Nigeria police is ₦172,089.06 if the DPO’s rank is SP (Superintendent of Police) and many DPOs are SPs.
The position of DPO is an appointment but not a rank. Any police officer on Grade Level 8, 9, 10 or close to that can be made a DPO.
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Below are ranks from which officers are usually appointed DPOs and the salaries for those ranks.
Chief Superintendent of Police
₦199,723.96
Superintendent of Police
₦172,089.06
Deputy Superintendent of Police
₦170,399.70
Assistant Superintendent of Police
₦156,318.39
Inspector of Police
₦87,135.10
Besides salary, other legitimate financial allowances are provided. So DPOs get other lawful benefits.
