The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) on Monday commemorated its maiden National Police Day with a grand celebration held at Eagle Square, Abuja.
The event marked a significant milestone in recognising the vital role of the NPF in ensuring national security and stability, while the highlight of the event was a spectacular parade and procession by police personnel, which showcased their professionalism and skills in the art.
ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Police Public Relations Officer made this known in a statement, noting that that parade parade comprised an array of operational and tactical gadgets of the force such as Explosive Ordnance Disposal Robots, Specialised EOD disposal vehicles, and Special Intervention Squad air & land responses.
Others are K9 displays, Police Mobile Force (PMF), Special Protection Unit (SPU), Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU) drill displays and Peacekeeping Paraphernalia.
In his address, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, emphasised the significance of the National Police Day as a symbol of the NPF’s renewed commitment to professionalism, community partnership, and service excellence.
IGP Egbetokun expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the pronouncement of April 7th annually as National Police Day.
He pledged that the security agency will “deepen its reforms, and reinforce its bond with the communities, reiterating the Force’s determination to uphold the rule of law, combat crime, and ensure the safety and security of all Nigerians.”
On his part, President Tinubu, who was the Special Guest of Honour, represented by the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, reaffirmed the Federal Government (FG’s) commitment to improvement in areas of welfare, provision of modern equipments and technology to improve operational capability and efficiency of the Nigeria Police Force.
He commended the courage, resilience, and sacrifices of police officers across Nigeria in combatting insecurity.
“The momentous occasion brought together an array of distinguished guests from the highest levels of Government, security agencies, and the private sector, including members from the Federal Executive Council, State Governors, the National Assembly, Service Chiefs, Retired Inspectors-General of Police, Deputy Inspectors-General of Police & Members of the Force Management Team, Retired Senior Police officers, Members of Police Veteran Association, Heads and Captains of industries, and other distinguished dignitaries.”
The security agency expressed appreciation to all attendees, partners, and stakeholders whose contributions ensured the resounding success of the maiden National Police Day celebration.
It said that it remains committed to building on this momentum to enhance its capabilities, strengthen community relations, and foster a safer and more secure environment for all Nigerians.
