The Honourable Minister of Works, Senator Engr. Dave Umahi, CON, FNSE, FNATE, decorated Mr. Liman Audu, formerly an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), with his new rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) on 12th November, 2026, at the Minister’s Office, Abuja.
The decoration ceremony recognised and celebrated Mr. Audu’s career progression, dedication to duty, and contributions to security operations within the Federal Ministry of Works.
Speaking at the event, the Honourable Minister reiterated his commitment to the welfare of all personnel of the Ministry, describing them as members of one family. He emphasised that the well-being of staff, their families and dependants remains a priority under his leadership.
Senator Umahi declared that his commitment before God was to ensure that no member of the Ministry would be left without the means to cater for their family responsibilities, particularly feeding and the education of their children.
He further stressed that public service must be anchored on the fear of God, integrity, humility and genuine commitment to the welfare of the people. According to him, leadership is a divine responsibility that must be exercised in the interest of humanity rather than personal gain.
The Minister noted that delivering on the people’s expectations, ensuring that roads are passable and improving the general welfare of citizens are essential ways of honouring God through public service.
He commended the security agencies and all members of staff of the Ministry for their cooperation, loyalty and support, assuring them of his continued appreciation. He also offered prayers for the continued success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and the repositioning of Nigeria.
In his response, Mr. Liman Audu, on behalf of himself, his family and the entire security personnel of the Ministry, expressed profound appreciation to the Honourable Minister for his fatherly disposition, generosity and unwavering commitment to staff welfare.
He observed that since Senator Umahi assumed office as Minister of Works, security personnel and their families had experienced renewed hope, dignity and a greater sense of belonging.
Mr. Audu particularly appreciated the Minister for extending his concern beyond the workforce to their families and dependants, describing his leadership as a source of encouragement and motivation.
He assured the Minister of the continued prayers, loyalty and support of the security personnel, while invoking 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 concluded with prayers and goodwill messages for the newly promoted DSP, the Honourable Minister, the Ministry’s workforce, and their respective families.
The Federal Ministry of Works celebrates Mr. Liman Audu on this well-deserved elevation and wishes him greater accomplishments, wisdom, and renewed commitment in the discharge of his duties.
Congratulations to Deputy Superintendent of Police Liman Audu!
Mohammed A. Ahmed
Director, Information and Public Relations.
12 November, 2026.
