The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has called on the Police, particularly the Inspector General, Kayode Egbetokun, to weed out bad officers from the force.
This was as he pledged the full cooperation and support of the National Assembly for better policing of Nigeria.
Akpabio said this at the maiden edition of the Nigeria Police Awards and Commendations Ceremony held on Monday evening in Abuja.
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The Senate President commended the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the entire leadership of the Nigeria Police Force for organising the event and urged them to use the occasion to celebrate the achievements of the Nigeria Police Force and to reiterate the commitment to working together for a safer and more secured Nigeria.
He stated, “I commend the Police for this maiden effort in organising this awards ceremony. It is a testament to IGP Egbetokun’s commitment to giving honour to whom it is due.
“By recognising the gallant, selfless and patriotic contributions of individual officers, we not only motivate them for higher performance but also reinforce the new policing agenda of the Force.
“This agenda focuses on internal ethical regeneration, restoration of professional standards and the enhancement of the anti-corruption drive.
“However, let us not ignore the challenges faced by the police in Nigeria. The ever-evolving landscape of crime and the increasing sophistication of criminal gangs pose significant obstacles. “
“Moreso, as we honour the good officers, let us weed out the bad ones because a chain is as strong as its weakest link. We must address these issues and work together to find solutions, he emphasised.
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Akpabio told the audience which included Vice President Kashim Shettima that “As the leader of the National Assembly, I pledge our full cooperation and support for the better policing of Nigeria.
“We recognise the importance of a well-equipped and motivated police force in ensuring the security and well-being of our citizens.
“We will continue to work tirelessly to provide the necessary legislative framework and resources to enable the police to carry out their duties effectively.”
Speaking further, Akpabio added that the Police Force needs the support of all stakeholders in the nation for effective service delivery.
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