The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has urged members of the local communities in Taraba State to strengthen collaboration with the Nigerian police force through credible intelligence to mitigate criminal activities.
The IGP noted during the commissioning of the new police headquarters in Jalingo that effective policing requires the collaborative effort of both the locals, by providing credible and timely information about criminal elements in their areas, and the police.
He stated that traditional rulers, religious and youth groups, civil society organisations and the media have crucial roles to play by providing timely and credible intelligence to the security to ensure a crime-free society.
While urging officers to uphold professionalism in discharging their duties, as the new command headquarters will serve as a strategic centre for coordinating security operations, promoting professionalism, and improving service delivery across Taraba, Olatunji Disu expressed that the newly completed police headquarters will enhance security operations, improve officers’ welfare and strengthen police-community relations across the state.
Represented by the Taraba State Commissioner of Police, CP Moorkwap Dongshal Sebastine, the I.G. commended the federal and state governments, the Police Trust Fund, security stakeholders, and other partners whose contributions made the project possible.
“While I urge men and officers of the Nigeria Police to always uphold professionalism in discharging their duties, I wish to inform you that effective policing requires the collaborative effort of both the locals, by providing credible and timely information about criminal elements in their areas.
“The traditional rulers, religious and youth groups, civil society organisations and the media are required to collaborate with the security to ensure timely and credible intelligence to the security,” IGP Disu stated.
The IGP also assured that the welfare of police personnel remains a top priority, as motivated officers are better equipped to carry out their responsibilities professionally.
He also informed me that the force would continue to focus on improving working conditions through better office facilities, accommodation, healthcare, training opportunities and other welfare initiatives.
Disu described the headquarters as a symbol of institutional growth and the force’s commitment to modern policing and urged officers and personnel to ensure proper maintenance of the building to preserve its value for future generations.
In his remark, Governor Agbu Kefas reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening security across the state, saying security remains the foundation for peace, economic growth, social harmony and sustainable development.
The governor, who was represented by the commandant, Taraba Marshall, and CP Abeh Cyril (rtd), expressed that the edifice was a collective effort to enhance security infrastructure and improve the operational capacity of law enforcement agencies in the state.
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According to the governor, the completion of the modern Police Command Headquarters demonstrates the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigeria Police Trust Fund to building a safer and more prosperous society.
“Security remains the foundation upon which peace, economic growth, social harmony and sustainable development are built. No society can attain its full potential without a secure environment, which is why my administration continues to accord security the highest priority,” he said.
The governor commended the Inspector-General of Police and the leadership of the Nigeria Police Trust Fund for facilitating the project, noting that the facility would provide a conducive working environment for officers and enhance operational efficiency, coordination and service delivery.
He also acknowledged the sacrifices and dedication of personnel in maintaining law and order and combating crime across Taraba State.
Earlier, the Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF), Alhaji Mohammed Sheidu, said the commissioning of new police facilities underscored
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