Umahi Decorates Liman Audu as DSP, Reaffirms Commitment to Welfare of Works Ministry Personnel
The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, has decorated Mr. Liman Audu, formerly an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), with his new rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), commending his dedication to duty and contributions to security operations within the Federal Ministry of Works.
The decoration ceremony took place on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Minister’s Office in Abuja.
Speaking during the ceremony, Umahi reiterated his commitment to the welfare of all personnel of the Ministry, describing the workforce as one family whose well-being, including that of their families and dependants, remains a priority under his leadership.
The Minister said he had made a commitment before God to ensure that no member of the Ministry would lack the means to meet essential family responsibilities, particularly feeding and the education of their children.
He stressed that public service must be guided by the fear of God, integrity, humility and genuine commitment to humanity, noting that leadership should be exercised for the benefit of the people rather than personal interests.
Umahi further stated that ensuring roads remain passable, meeting citizens’ expectations and improving their welfare are important ways of demonstrating commitment to public service.
He appreciated security agencies and other personnel of the Ministry for their cooperation, loyalty and support, while praying for the continued success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and the transformation of Nigeria.
In his response, the newly promoted DSP, Liman Audu, expressed gratitude to the Minister on behalf of himself, his family and other security personnel for his generosity, fatherly leadership and commitment to staff welfare.
Audu observed that since Umahi assumed office as Minister of Works, security personnel and their families had experienced renewed hope, dignity and a stronger sense of belonging.
He particularly commended the Minister for extending his concern beyond workers to their families and dependants, describing his leadership as a source of encouragement and motivation.
The DSP pledged the continued loyalty, prayers and support of security personnel, offering a traditional expression of goodwill: “Baba, taka lafiya, Allah zai kasance tare da kai,” meaning, “Father, go safely; may God be with you.”
The ceremony ended with prayers and goodwill messages for the newly promoted officer, the Minister, the Ministry’s workforce and their families.
The Federal Ministry of Works congratulated DSP Liman Audu on his well-deserved promotion and wished him greater accomplishments in his service.
