Amid the growing grip of insecurity across the country, President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to addressing the root causes of insecurity and promoting social cohesion.
Reiterating his commitment to flushing out criminals nationwide, Tinubu reminded police officers to be prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice in defence of the nation when necessary.
Tinubu gave the charge on Saturday while reviewing the Passing-Out Parade of Regular Course 7 of the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, Kano, reminding the 1,187 newly commissioned Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) of the trust placed in them to serve the nation with dedication.
The President, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, said the administration remains committed to supporting the Nigeria Police Academy, the police, and other security agencies with the resources, training, and equipment needed to excel.
Tinubu reiterated the crucial role of the Academy in building a police force that is not only effective in maintaining law and order but also respectful of human rights and dignity.
He said, “As you embark on this noble journey, remember that you are not just enforcers of the law; you are guardians of our collective security and well-being. Your role is pivotal in maintaining peace, stability, and trust in our communities. I urge you to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and service to the nation.
“As police officers, you are expected to uphold the highest ethical standards, treat every citizen with respect and fairness, and uphold the rule of law. The nation places its trust in you, and we expect you to serve selflessly and be prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice if the need arises.”
The President emphasised the federal government’s vision to equip the police university with the resources needed to provide world-class training and intellectual capacity for producing well-educated officers.
“We are committed to ensuring that our police officers are highly educated, well-trained, and equipped to manage internal security with respect for human rights. I commend the Academy’s leadership and staff for their tireless efforts in shaping the next generation of police officers.
“The Nigeria Police Academy has met this challenge by providing world-class training and education that empowers our officers to serve with integrity, courage, and compassion.
“The Academy’s objectives, vision, and mission align with our administration’s cardinal principles of building a new Nigeria Police Force grounded in honesty, committed service, public accountability, integrity, and professional conduct,” Tinubu noted.
Earlier, the Commandant of the Academy, Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Patrick Adedeji Atayero, said the new officers have been awarded Bachelor’s Degrees in various disciplines after being found worthy in learning and character at the premier institution for police training and education in Nigeria.
The Academy, established on March 15, 1998, initially operated from two temporary locations—Police College Kaduna and Police Training School Challawa, Kano—and has grown into a degree-awarding institution offering postgraduate programmes.
The Passing-Out Parade attracted the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, heads of military formations, senior government officials, members of the National Assembly, and other top personalities.
