The Akwa Ibom State Police Command passed out 1,511 retrained female police officers drawn from divisions and area commands after an intensive tactical and operational training program at the 26 Police Mobile Squadron, Idoro Road, Uyo.
The State Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, stated that the training, which lasted for three months, focused on tactical and operational policing to enhance the protection of lives and property in Akwa Ibom.
Speaking at the ceremony on Saturday, Azare expressed delight at the successful completion of the re-training program, describing it as a strategic move to strengthen the security architecture of Akwa Ibom State and Nigeria at large.
He said, “During the intensive three-month training, the officers underwent rigorous exercises, including advanced drill, debussing under fire, stripping and assembling of arms, weapon exercises, tactical formation, Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCC3), cordon and defense operations, among other training skills.
“This training is not just a routine exercise; it is a deliberate and strategic initiative that underscores the evolution of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). Under the visionary leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, the Force is undergoing remarkable transformation, with a focus on tactical, intelligence-driven, and result-oriented training,” CP Azare stated.
The Commissioner highlighted the Inspector-General’s dedication to gender inclusion within the Force, eemphasising hat these newly trained officers will play a critical role in ensuring energy security across the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
He paid tribute to the late CP Waheed Ayilara, under whose tenure the training initiative began, acknowledging his contributions to police capacity-building in the state.
He also commended the former Squadron Commander of the 26 PMF, ACP Baba Mala Mohammed, under whose tenure the training was conceived and started.
The CP expressed appreciation to the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, for his administration’s commitment to security, which, he said, has made Akwa Ibom one of the safest states in Nigeria.
“This training is not just about physical endurance but also about mental agility, tactical precision, and strategic response to real-world security threats. These officers symbolize a new era of policing—dynamic, proactive, and uncompromising in ensuring safety and security,” Azare added.
He reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to collaboration with sister security agencies in the state and expressed gratitude to the press for their objective reporting and continued support.
He assured the people of Akwa Ibom that the Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its mission to ensure peace, security, and safety across the state and the nation.
The Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, who was represented by his Special Adviser on Security Matters, DIG Adeyemi Ogunjemilusi (rtd.), mni, congratulated the female police officers and urged them to remain committed and professional in the discharge of their duties.
The Governor commended the CP and his team for their commitment to keeping the state safe and promised continued support from the state government to the Command.
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