The Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, has issued a stern warning to newly recruited constables, stressing that any abuse of public trust or unprofessional conduct will lead to severe consequences.
Speaking at the Passing-Out- Parade held in Bauchi, where 212 constables from the Bauchi and Gombe zone graduated, the IGP, represented by Bauchi State Commissioner of Police, CP Auwal Mohammed, pointed out the critical responsibility their uniforms represent and the need for unwavering dedication to professionalism and human rights.
“The role of a police officer demands empathy and compassion, particularly towards the vulnerable, while maintaining firmness and fairness in all interactions,” he noted.
The Inspector-General of Police described the ceremony as a milestone in the government’s security reforms urging the constables to remain professional and dedicated to their duties while fostering trust and collaboration with the public.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, PSC, DIG Hamisu Argungu (retired), represented by Ahmed Aliyu, Director of Procurement, reiterated the commitment of the commission to ensuring a transparent and merit-driven career progression system for officers in the Nigeria Police Force, NPF.
Argungu charged the new officers to embrace professionalism, discipline, and fairness as they begin their careers in the force.
He assured that the Commission would closely monitor their activities to ensure adherence to established rules of engagement.
“The Commission will not hesitate to sanction anyone who deviates from the principles of integrity and professionalism. At the same time, we will recognise and reward gallantry and dedication to duty,” he said.
Arogidigba Global Journal reports that the new constables, who underwent six months of training in areas such as counter-terrorism, community policing and crime prevention, are expected to tackle critical security issues, including banditry, kidnapping and terrorism.
The PSC assured Nigerians that it remains committed to upholding the integrity of the recruitment process, ensuring that only qualified officers serve in the Force.