Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has urged citizens to engage actively in national security and development initiatives so as o foster a shift towards modern policing and to promote socioeconomic and political advancement in the country.
This was contained in a statement made available to news men in Abuja on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations officer, FPRO, Assistant Commissioner of Police, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi
According to the statement, the IGP made the change on Tuesday in Abuja while reflecting on and appraising the effectiveness of the well-coordinated operations placed for the rescue of the 20 medical students and 7 others who were kidnapped recently in Benue State
The IGP further urged for citizen volunteerism and an individualistic approach to social and security restructuring in the country.
“Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of collaboration among all stakeholders, including the Police, other security agencies, and government entities at all levels, to realize the vision of a new Nigeria characterized by enhanced national security and good governance for all.”
It further added that the Police Chief appreciated the personal role and steadfastness of the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, for his unalloyed support to the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies in the rescuing of the kidnapped victims
According to the statement, “The IGP acknowledges the NSA’s dedication to lending helping hand to security forces in fulfilling their constitutional responsibilities of safeguarding the lives and property of Nigerian citizens, as well as upholding law and order throughout the nation.
“The Inspector-General of Police extends sincere gratitude to the officers affiliated with the office of the National Security Adviser, the military, and other security personnel, as well as the local community members who actively participated in the rescue operation, along with numerous similar efforts throughout the nation.
“Their contributions are praiseworthy and play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of Nigeria and its citizens”.
It added that the Police boss who reaffirmed the dedication of the Police, under his leadership, to assiduously emplace a Police Force that is professionally competent, rule-of-law compliant, service-driven, and people-friendly also assured the public of the safe rescue of all Nigerians in captivity across the country.
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