IGP Meets Police Commanders, Charges on Professionalism, Extortion

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has charged commanders of the Police Mobile Force (PMF), Border Patrol Force (BPF), and Safer Highway Patrol Teams, to entrench diligence and professionalism in the ranks, emphasising the need for continuous learning and skill development to keep pace with evolving challenges in law enforcement.

He also underscored the importance of regular training and supervision as key elements in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the force.

The IGP stated this at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja, while addressing tactical commanders during a recent gathering.

He highlighted that on-going training programmes were essential to equipping officers with the latest techniques and strategies for effective policing.

In his directive, IGP Egbetokun stressed the imperative of strong leadership in each command, calling on tactical commanders to take proactive measures in clamping down on extortion within their jurisdictions.

He emphasised that eliminating any form of corruption or misconduct was paramount to building and maintaining public trust.