Again, IGP orders deployment of CPs, harps on professionalism, integrity

• Tasks newly posted CPs to key into policing vision, prioritize communal, citizen safety

Following the recommendation approved by the Police Service Commission, the Acting Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has directed the deployment of thirty-five (35) Commissioners of Police to various state commands and formations across Nigeria.

In a statement by CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, the IGP said that these postings aligned with the police leadership’s commitment to ensuring effective policing, security, and the maintenance of law and order in Nigeria.

Among the newly assigned Commissioners of Police are CP Adelesi E. Oluwarotimi to Kwara State Command, CP Adebola Ayinde Hamzat, fdc, to Oyo State Command, CP Augustina N. Ogbodo to Ebonyi State Command, CP Samuel Titus Musa to Kebbi State Command, CP Aderemi Olufemi Adeoye to Anambra State Command, CP Auwal Musa to Bauchi State Command, and CP Alamatu Abiodun Mustapha to Ogun State Command.

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Others include CP Margaret Ochalla to the Police Special Fraud Unit Annex in Lagos, CP Banji Ogunrinde to head the Explosive Ordnance Unit, CP Rhoda A. Olofu to Ports Authority Police Western, Lagos, CP Kareem Musa to Interpol Annex Lagos, CP Audu Dabigi to the Border Patrol Force, CP Abibo D. Reuben, fsi to the Police Mobile Force, CP Adekunle Ismaila Olusokan to Welfare FHQ Abuja, CP Omolara Ibidun Oloruntola to the Special Fraud Unit FCID Abuja, and CP Abaniwonda S. Olufemi to Deputy Force Secretary, among others.

The IGP urged the appointed Commissioners of Police to align with his policies, vision, and mission for the Nigerian Police Force.

He emphasized the importance of prioritizing the safety and well-being of the citizens they serve while upholding the principles of fairness, professionalism, and respect for human rights.

The IGP also encouraged them to serve as exemplary leaders, fostering harmonious relationships with other security agencies, community leaders, and relevant stakeholders.

The Inspector-General of Police tasked the appointed Commissioners of Police to promote intelligence-led policing, proactive crime prevention strategies, and community engagement initiatives that would enhance public trust and confidence in the Nigerian Police Force.