The National Capital Region Police Office has promoted more than 2,900 police officers in an oath-taking ceremony and pinning of ranks in Taguig City.
NCRPO director Debold Sinas administered Wednesday the promotion of the total 2,903 Police Non-Commissioned Officers who have passed the qualification standards for appointment to the higher PNP ranks, based on the resolution issued by the National Police Commission.
At least 50 non-uniformed personnel were also appointed and 36 NUPs were promoted to the next higher rank.
Sinas said the promotion was a result of the merit system to give recognition to the PNP uniformed personnel and uplift the morale of the police force.
The NCRPO chief expressed high regard and his expectations over the promoted and newly appointed public servants saying, “Great power comes great responsibility as higher rank means higher salary.”
He congratulated the promotees and their families and conveyed his expectations from them to be of help to the NCRPO in achieving more success and accomplishments particularly in internal cleansing program and campaign against criminality and illegal drugs.
Sinas also challenged the promotees to win the hearts and minds of the people and be part of the workforce of providing quality service to the people of Metro Manila.
He also asked family members of the promotees to support their respective family members who are in the service, to continue to guide them and further encourage them to give their best in giving quality police service to the people.
Napolcom Vice Chairman and Executive Officer Rogelio Casurao attended the event as the guest of honor and speaker.