Tag: Police

 

By Flowerbudnews
The Police Command in Enugu State has continued professional implementation of Third-party Motor Insurance enforcement within the state.

The professional implementation of the directive, which is led by the officer in-charge of the Command’s Motor Traffic Department (MTD), SP Innocent Omeje, is being diligently carried out along Abakaliki Road in Enugu.

Reacting to the enforcement on Saturday in Enugu, the Command’s Spokesman, SP Daniel Ndukwe, said that the exercise was part of the nationwide enforcement of the Third-Party Motor Insurance Policy.

Ndukwe said that during the exercise, several motorists were checked and found to be in possession of valid Third-Party Insurance Certificates, while some others had recently expired certificates and were advised to renew them.

He said, “However, few of the motorists were found without the certificate, leading to the impoundment of the vehicles for necessary legal action.

“The enforcement officers also sensitised motorists on the importance of obtaining their insurance policies from authentic insurance companies to ensure seamless processing of their benefits.

“Additionally, they were enlightened on the need to procure valid motor vehicle licensing documents and register for the Police Electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR) certificate to enhance the security of their vehicles.”

The spokesman noted that the state Commissioner of Police, Mr Kanayo Uzuegbu, had commended motorists for their understanding, cooperation and voluntary compliance with the directive, emphasising their commitment to being law-abiding citizens.

Ndukwe said that the commissioner urged them to continue cooperating with the enforcement officers and ensure that their vehicles are also registered on the Police e-CMR platform for enhanced security against theft.

 

 

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By Biola Lawal

Lokoja (FLOWERBUDNEWS): The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Police Command, CP Bethrand C. Onuoha, has decorated newly promoted Assistant Commissioner of Police, ACP Ochoma ThankGod.

Seven Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), two Superintendent of Police (SP) and twenty-eight Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) were also decorated in a grand ceremony at the M.M. Katsina Conference Hall, State Headquarters, Lokoja, marking a significant milestone in their careers.

The event was graced by distinguished guests, including the Traditional Chiefs (Madaki of Adankolo), members of the Command Management Team, other senior Officers both serving and retired, relatives and well-wishers.

The event was a significant occasion for the Police Organization, marking a time of recognition to inspire fearlessness and forge a legacy of success, a statement by SP WILLIAM OVYE AYA, Police Public Relations Officer, Kogi State Police Command.disclosed.

In his address, the Commissioner of Police, charged the newly promoted Officers to exhibit the core values of service, discipline, sacrifice, professionalism and selflessness in the discharge of their duties. He commended their dedication and hard work, which have earned them these well-deserved promotions.

He further stressed that the new ranks represent increased responsibilities. Noting that Police are servants of the people not master, be fair and do not corrupt justice.

The CP expresses gratitude to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM and the Chairman, Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu, mni, Rtd for recognizing Officers through promotions.

He stated further, in the Police Force, higher ranks come with greater challenges, contrary to the saying that, “the higher you go, the cooler it becomes”.

The cooperation of the communities and families is crucial in managing these responsibilities. Emphasizes the importance of community support and cooperation in maintaining security. Noting that security is a shared responsibility, not just the duty of Security Agencies alone.

The recently elevated Officers, ACP Ochoma ThankGod, speaking on behalf of the newly promoted Officers, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Inspector-General, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, the Chairman, Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu, mni, Rtd, for finding them worthy of the promotion.

He further appreciate the CP for his exceptional leadership and outstanding legacy, while acknowledged that the new chapter is a call for them to double their efforts in discharging their mandates.

Finally, the CP thanks the invited guests for their presence, while acknowledging the support of the families and communities in the success of Police operations. The ceremony was a moment of joy and recognition, highlighting the positive aspects. (Flowerbudnews)

((SP WILLIAM OVYE AYA
POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
KOGI STATE POLICE COMMAND)

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Established by Hon.  Biola Lawal, a former Acting Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), FLOWERBUDNEWS is a consortium of active veteran journalists, experienced Multimedia broadcast experts and image makers. We are drawn from both public and private sectors of Nigeria’s media Industry with a common  determination to enhance the practice of responsible journalism..

Lawal, on his part, is also a former Honourable Commissioner for Information,Youth, Sports and Culture of Osun state, his home state.

Biola Lawal had also successfully served two tenures as Press Secretary to the ECOMOG Force Commander in Liberia during the Liberian and Sierra Leone Civil wars. He was an outstanding NAN Defence and War Correspondent for many years.

The retired NAN Acting Boss holds the honour of being the only journalist that served two terms on the ECOMOG international assignment due to his high professionalism and decency.

He is a Co-Author of the book; ECOMOG, A BOLD ATTEMPT AT REGIONAL PEACEKEEPING! Edited Mrs Magaret Voght.  The book remains the most. factual, detailed and authentic book on the ECOWAS sponsored ECOMOG Military operation.

 

 

By Flowerbudnews
The Commissioner of Police in Enugu State, Mr Kanayo Uzuegbu, has decorated newly-promoted Spokesman of Enugu State Police Command, Mr Daniel Ndukwe, to his new rank.

Ndukwe, who was recently promoted from the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) to Superintendent of Police (SP), was decorated by the Commissioner, alongside a Philanthropist, Chief Arthur Eze.

During the decoration ceremony in Enugu on Tuesday, the Commissioner congratulated the newly-promoted officer and urged him to view the promotion as a call to greater responsibility.

He advised Ndukwe to exercise utmost wisdom and diligence in the discharge of his duties.

Similarly, Eze congratulated Ndukwe, while encouraging him to remain focused and put more dedicated to his responsibilities.

Responding, SP Daniel Ndukwe expressed gratitude to the Inspector-General of Police, Dr Kayode Egbetokun, for recommending him for the promotion and to the Police Service Commission for approving it.

“I will thank in a special way CP Uzuegbu and Prince Arthur Eze for taking their time to honour me by doing this decoration and for their encouraging words.

“I pledge to continue to perform my duties with dedication and professionalism,” Ndukwe assured.

The event was also attended by Chief Donald Ekete, the Managing Director of Eketeson Resources International Limited, among other dignitaries.

 

By Flowerbudnews

The Inspector-General of Police, Dr Kayode Egbetokun, has directed supervisory police officers to deal commensurate and appropriately with any person who assaults any police personnel.

 

Egbetokun gave the directive on Friday in Enugu while addressing officers and men of Enugu State Police Command during his official two-day working visit to the Command.

“We will not tolerate any assault on our police officers; not to talk of killing police personnel. An assault on any police personnel is criminal and an assault on me, the IGP.

 

“For 2025, we are not going to take any kind of assault on our personnel and not talk of killing any of them.

 

“Anywhere there is assault or killing of any policeman, you all must respond commensurately and appropriately. We will not tolerate it anymore,” he said.

The IGP said that in 2025, there would be massive training and retraining of police personnel across board in commands, formations, squads and units.

 

“We are aiming at professionalism, discipline and competency this year through training and retraining of personnel,” he said.

 

Egbetokun said that President Bola Tinubu was committed to the welfare and well-being of police personnel.

He noted that President Tinubu always acknowledges the sacrifices police officers and men are putting to ensure security nationwide.

“President Tinubu is personally making a robust welfare package for police personnel, which I know will take care of all our welfare worries and concerns.

 

“However, it will remain internal with the police and not for public or press consumption,” he said.

 

For Enugu State Police Command, the police chief noted that he had been getting fantastic, positive and pleasing reports concerning the operational successes of the Command.

“Daily, I get a sit-rep concerning what is happening in Enugu State from the Commissioner of police. There is nothing that happens here that I do not know.

 

“I am quite impressed by what the Commissioner, officers and men of the Command as well as the state government and residents are doing to ensure security here.

 

“I am super proud of your conduct and achievements in the command, which the governor had attested to me earlier in the day,” he said.

Egbetokun noted that in 2025 the police would stamp out criminals in the state, those that had been chased away would not return and the headquarters would support the Command with all necessary resources.

 

“You are going to record more achievements this 2025, when we start giving additional support to the Command,” he said.

Earlier, the state Commissioner of Police, Mr Kanayo Uzuegbu, appreciated the IGP for the official working visit and his fatherly support to the state Command as well as its formations, squads and units.

 

Uzuegbu, who rolled out the Command’s achievement in 2024, appealed to the IGP for more personnel, arms and ammunition, operational vehicles and Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) among others.

 

The Police Command in Enugu State says it nabbed no fewer than 130 armed robbery and 100 kidnapping suspects in 2024 in Enugu State.

The Command also nabbed 55 murder suspects and more than 111 suspects for unlawful possession of firearms in 2024.

The state’s Commissioner of Police, Mr Kanayo Uzuegbu, revealed this in a statement he signed and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Enugu.

The Commissioner said that additionally, 226 suspects involved in cultism and 450 others linked to various crimes such as burglary, stealing and fraud were also nabbed in 2024.

He said, “Furthermore, about 100 kidnapped or abducted victims were rescued.

“Items recovered included over 200 firearms, including 21 AK-47 rifles, one submachine gun, and one G-3 rifle; 1,863 rounds of ammunition; and 124 vehicles comprising cars, tricycles and motorcycles.”

The state police boss in the statement, which he titled: “Highlights of 2024 Operational Successes of the Command”, also expressed gratitude to the citizens of the state for their unwavering support.

“I want to extend my profound gratitude to the Inspector-General of Police, Dr Kayode Egbetokun, for his resounding guidance and overall support.

“I appreciate the Executive Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, for providing material and moral support to the police throughout the year.

“The Command commends the citizens for supplying credible and actionable information that significantly aided operations.

“The Command also acknowledges the collaborative efforts of sister security agencies, the Neighbourhood Watch Group, Forest Guards, local vigilantes and hunters in 2024,” he said.

The state police boss also praised personnel of the Command for their resilience, dedication and bravery, noting that these collective efforts made 2024 successes possible.

He mourned and prayed for the continued repose of the souls of those who paid the ultimate price with their lives in the course of 2024 operations.

For 2025, the commissioner reassured the people of the state of the Command’s commitment to a more professional, community-driven, proactive, robust and results-based policing.

He called on citizens to remain vigilant, law-abiding, and supportive of the police and other security agencies, while “wishing everyone a fruitful and fulfilling 2025”.

By Flowerbudnews

The Police Service Commission has approved the appointment and posting of six new Commissioners of Police.

The appointments and postings followed the recent promotions in the Nigeria Police Force.

This was made known in a statement by Ikechukwu Ani, the Commission’s
Head, Press and Public Relations

In the new appointments, CP Shettima Jauro Mohammed was posted to Nasarawa State Command, while Rabin Mohammed is now CP of Kaduna State Command, and Adepoju Olugbenga Adewale was posted to Rivers State Command.

Others are Mohammed Baba Azare, now CP, Akwa Ibom State Command; Wilfred Olatokunbo Afolabi, new CP, Ondo State Command; and Joseph Eribo, former CP, Akwa Ibom State, now moved to Ekiti State as the new CP, Ekiti State Command.

According to the statement, the PSC Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd) urges the new appointees to regard their appointments as a call to national service.

He also urged them to be committed to the Government’s drive to stabilise the nation and effectively ensure that our states were free of crime and criminality.

DIG Argungu said the Commission would continue to monitor their progress report and encourage them to succeed.

He charged them to reciprocate the Government’s gesture by rededicating themselves to the service of their fatherland.

 

By Flowerbudnews

The Commissioner of Police in Enugu State, Mr Kanayo Uzuegbu, has urged residents of the state to celebrate responsibly, extend love and care to their neighbours especially the less privileged.

 

The Commissioner made the call in a Christmas Message issued and signed on his behalf by the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, on Tuesday in Enugu.

 

The state police boss said that he had directed a massive deployment of the Command’s human, operational, intelligence, and traffic management resources for the Christmas celebration and beyond.

 

“This initiative aims to ensure the safety and security of residents, travelers and returnees celebrating the season in Enugu State,” he said.

 

The CP said that he had directed Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, and Heads of Operational and Tactical Units to intensify visibility patrols within their jurisdictions, especially on highways, streets, places of worship and event venues.

 

“I have charged them to ensure effective traffic management in their areas of responsibility, to strictly adhere to professional standards and respect the fundamental rights of citizens in all their operations.

 

“I extend warm festive greetings of the Police Command to the good people of Enugu State, wishing them a Merry Christmas and a safe and peaceful celebration,” he said.

 

The commissioner also called for vigilance and adherence to the law, urging the public to report suspicious activities or criminal behaviour to the nearest police station.

“The residents can report via the following phone numbers: 08032003702, 08086671202, or 08098880172, or through email at infoenugupolice@gmail.com,” he said.