In a significant step toward bolstering national security, the Nigeria Police Force has announced the imminent graduation of 10,000 recruit constables from various training institutions across the country. This monumental event underscores the Force’s unwavering dedication to strengthening its personnel capacity and enhancing its ability to provide effective policing services to the Nigerian people.
According to a press release shared on the Force’s official X handle, the passing-out parade is slated for Thursday, January 23, 2025, and will take place at four Police Colleges and twelve Training Schools nationwide. The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, will serve as the reviewing officer, lending his esteemed presence to the occasion.
The constables have undergone rigorous training programs designed to prepare them for the complexities of modern policing. The curriculum emphasized physical fitness, mental resilience, crime prevention strategies, and adherence to the rule of law, ensuring the recruits are equipped to tackle Nigeria’s evolving security challenges.
In his remarks, IGP Egbetokun expressed optimism about the impact of the new constables on national security. “These newly trained officers represent the future of policing in Nigeria. They have been equipped with the skills, discipline, and commitment necessary to uphold the law, engage with communities, and respond effectively to crime. I am confident they will serve with professionalism, integrity, and dedication,” he stated.
Following their graduation, the constables will be deployed to state commands across the federation, where they will contribute to community-focused policing initiatives. Their presence is expected to strengthen existing police units, enhance public safety, and foster better relations between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
The graduation also signals a broader effort by the Nigeria Police Force to address its personnel deficit and improve service delivery. The Force has reaffirmed its commitment to building a more robust and responsive institution capable of meeting the security needs of the country.
This milestone comes amidst growing public demand for reforms in the policing sector, particularly concerning community engagement and accountability. The addition of these 10,000 new officers is a strategic move aimed at restoring public trust and ensuring that every Nigerian feels safe and protected.
As the nation looks forward to this transformative moment, the Nigeria Police Force continues to emphasize its resolve to build a safer and more secure Nigeria, one recruit at a time.
ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, mnipr, mipra, FCAI
Force Public Relations Officer,
Force Headquarters, Abuja
23rd January 2025.
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