Nigeria Police Concludes Executive Training for Commissioners, Inducts CPs as Certified Conflict Management Professionals
By Raphael Ekpang
Abuja (Core Reporters) The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is set to conclude its two-day Executive Training Programme for Commissioners of Police with a formal induction ceremony into the Institute of Conflict Management and Negotiation Analysts (ICMNA), marking another milestone in its drive to strengthen leadership and professionalism within the Force.
The executive training, organised by the Department of Training and Development of the Nigeria Police Force, is themed: “Enhancing Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Thought Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Public Relations and Excellence in the Nigeria Police Force.”
The programme is aimed at enhancing the strategic leadership capacity of Commissioners of Police by equipping them with contemporary knowledge and practical skills in strategic communication, media engagement, emotional intelligence, public relations, thought leadership, and other competencies required for effective policing in today’s dynamic security environment.
As part of the closing activities, participating Commissioners of Police will be formally inducted into the Institute of Conflict Management and Negotiation Analysts (ICMNA) as Certified Conflict Management and Negotiation Professionals (CPs).
The induction underscores the growing importance of conflict management, negotiation, strategic communication, emotional intelligence, and ethical leadership in modern policing. It also reflects the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to continuous professional development, institutional excellence, and improved service delivery.
The ceremony will be conducted by the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Department of Training and Development on behalf of the President of the Institute of Conflict Management and Negotiation Analysts, following the administration of the Institute’s Oath of Allegiance.
The event is expected to attract senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force, members of the Governing Council of the Institute, invited dignitaries, and representatives of the media.
The Nigeria Police Force reaffirmed its commitment to developing competent, ethical, and visionary leaders capable of advancing professional policing, strengthening public confidence, and enhancing national security through continuous learning and capacity development.
