By Muyideen Aliyu, Ilorin
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has commended the leadership of the Nigeria Police and other security agencies for their hard work, patriotism, and unwavering commitment to public safety.
The Governor spoke in Ilorin at the closing ceremony of a two-week intelligence training for 142 newly recruited police constables in a programme organised by the Kwara State Command to enhance the functionality of the new officers.
The Governor, represented by his Senior Special Assistant on Security, Alhaji Muyideen Aliyu, pledged to continue supporting and strengthening the capacity of security agencies to check crimes, charging the new officers to see their calling as a covenant.
“Distinguished constables, as you step into the field, remember the oath you swore to the people of our country. Together, let us make a difference in how the police are seen by the public. Let integrity be your compass, courage your fuel, and service your legacy,” the Governor said through his Senior Special Assistant on Security, Alhaji Muyideen Aliyu.
AbdulRazaq expressed delight that the new intakes have mastered several skills during the training, including threat assessment, source handling, digital forensics, and community intelligence, noting that all these would help transform raw information into public safety.
“I charge you to see every patrol, every report, every quiet conversation as a patriotic duty to our fatherland,” he said.
“Nigeria’s stability rests on your shoulders. A constable who spots and acts on a suspicious movement in Ilorin today prevents a crisis anywhere else in the country tomorrow.
“Your badge is not a mere metal; it is a covenant with the citizens of this country who sleep better because you are awake.”
He urged the public to continue to rally round the government and security agencies in their efforts to strengthen security and promote peace in the state.
Earlier, the State Commissioner of Police, CP Adekimi Ojo, said the training was designed to strengthen professionalism, discipline, and operational efficiency, which, according to him, are key pillars of modern policing.
He praised the participants for their steadfastness throughout the exercise and urged them to translate the knowledge they acquired into practical use at their respective duty posts.
“You have demonstrated the zeal to learn, adapt, and uphold the core values of integrity, courage, and respect for human rights,” he said.
“The knowledge and skills you have acquired here must reflect in your daily conduct and interactions with the public. Remember, you are ambassadors of the Force and the face of policing in our communities.”
The CP eulogised Governor AbdulRazaq for bankrolling the training and for his consistent support to the State Police Command in carrying out their duties efficiently.
He also thanked the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, for his leadership vision and commitment to entrenching professionalism among officers of all ranks.
