Tinubu said following the development, the citizens have been able to endure in the face of security threats as well as attacks on their lives and livelihoods due to the commitment of the police.
Tinubu, who was represented at the event by Vice President Kashim Shettima, explained why the federal government approved the first week of April as police week and the last day of the week as National Police Day. “Your exemplary valor doesn’t only represent the pinnacle of patriotism that binds us but also instils confidence that brighter days lie just beyond the horizon”.
Tinubu listed part of the comprehensive reforms by his administration to rejuvenate the police force to include investment in training and capacity-building. “The leadership of the police understands the role of the police force in a democratic dispensation. I commend the Inspector General of Police and I commend the police officers for the work of sacrifice and for maintaining peace and order in our communities.
The Chief of Defence Staff , General Christopher Musa commended all the recipients of the Police Awards and Commendation Ceremony, noting that, ‘Defeat Is Temporal, Victory is Forever, Police Officers are the Unsung Heroes, each one of you plays a vital role in upholding the values of justice, integrity, and respect for all.
General Musa also said in every community, police officers are the unsung heroes who stand ready to protect and serve, often facing formidable challenges and difficult situations. On his part, Chairman of the Police Service Commission and former IGP, Solomon Arase, advocated an improved welfare package for men and women of the Nigeria Police Force, noting that enhanced wellbeing of the personnel would improve their overall performance in securing lives and property.
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