The Police authority in Nigeria says it will strengthen security and foster collaboration with key stakeholders across the country.
Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, made this known while on a two-day official visit to the South East and to Enugu in particular.
As part of his engagements, the IGP paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of Enugu State, Dr Peter N. Mbah, during which discussions centered on strategies to enhance the security architecture of the state and ensure the safety of lives and property. The IGP reiterated the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to maintaining peace and security across the country and extensively, to Enugu State.
Following his visit to the Governor, the IGP, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun proceeded to the Enugu Council of Traditional Rulers, where he was warmly received by the Chairman, His Royal Majesty, Igwe Samuel Asadu, and other esteemed traditional rulers.
There, the Inspector-General of Police further emphasized the critical role of traditional institutions in enhancing community-based security initiatives and urged their continued support and collaboration in addressing security challenges in the state.
This visit underscores the IGP’s dedication to community-oriented policing and his resolve to engage with diverse stakeholders to strengthen trust, cooperation, and proactive crime prevention measures in Enugu State and the South-East region at large.
Addressing the officers and men, while at the state police command headquarters, the IGP harped on discipline, professionalism and decency.
“Every Police Officer is enjoined to portray pleasant character at all times, showing empathy to citizens while discharging their lawful duties.
The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in its mission to protect lives and property while fostering peace, stability, and development across the nation”. The IGP said.
The IGP was accompanied by the Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG) in charge of the South-East, DIG Frank Mba mni; the AIG Zone 13, AIG Godwin n. Aghaulor; the AIG FCID Annex, Enugu, AIG Kwazhi Bzigu Dali, mni; Commissioners of Police of Enugu and Anambra States, and other very senior officers.
