IGP Pays Operational Visit to Akwa Ibom, Presides Over Passing-Out Ceremony of 1,068 Retrained Constables
By Core Reporters
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, undertook an official visit to Akwa Ibom State, where he paid a courtesy call on the Executive Governor, His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno, ahead of the passing-out ceremony of retrained Police Constables in Uyo.
The engagement with the State Government focused on strengthening institutional collaboration in support of ongoing policing reforms anchored on professionalism, accountability, and intelligence-led operations.
The Inspector-General of Police reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to building a modern, service-driven institution that prioritizes public trust and operational efficiency.
Governor Umo Eno, in his remarks, welcomed the Inspector-General of Police and commended the Nigeria Police Force for its ongoing reforms aimed at improving professionalism, discipline, and service delivery. He reiterated the State Government’s readiness to continue supporting security agencies in ensuring the safety and well-being of residents.
Subsequently, the Inspector-General of Police presided over the passing-out ceremony of one thousand and sixty-eight (1,068) retrained Police Constables at the Police Mobile Force Base, 26 PMF, Uyo.
Addressing the newly retrained officers, the IGP emphasized that the exercise was part of a deliberate effort to strengthen operational competence, particularly in weapons handling, discipline, and adherence to established rules of engagement, including Force Order 237. He noted that effective policing requires not only courage but professionalism, restraint, and respect for human rights.
The IGP reiterated the Force’s zero-tolerance stance on misuse of firearms and extra-judicial conduct, stressing that any officer found culpable of such acts will face immediate dismissal and prosecution in accordance with the law.
He further commended the Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, fsi, for the successful execution of the retraining programme, particularly the inclusion and performance of female officers, describing the initiative as a model for Commands nationwide.
The Inspector-General also acknowledged recent operational successes within the State, including the rescue of kidnapped victims along the Calabar–Oron waterways, noting that such achievements reflect the effectiveness of intelligence-led policing and inter-agency collaboration.
The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to building a professional, accountable, and citizen-focused institution, capable of effectively responding to evolving security challenges across the country.
