PSC Chairman, IGP Hold Retreat to Strengthen National Security, Boost Police Professionalism

Malik Yahya/

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, has re-affirmed his administration’s commitment to the enhancement of internal discipline and professionalism among its workforce.

He noted that personnel discipline and professionalism are key to national security, as he spoke today at the Force Headquarters, Abuja during the opening of a one-day Retreat organized by the Nigeria Police Force in collaboration with the Police Service Commission (PSC), for Members of the Police Management Team.

The retreat, the IGP further noted, provided an ample opportunity for the Leadership of the Force to, amongst other things, engage and strengthen the bond between the Nigeria Police and the PSC as part of efforts directed at addressing complex interplays between Police personnel and the members of the public, and generally improve police service delivery in the country.  Adamu added that a resilient Police Institution and a strong Police Service Commission, bonded together by the overriding interest of internal security, will evolve from the Retreat.

In his remarks, the PSC Chairman, Alh. Musiliu A. K. Smith commended the IGP for organizing the Retreat which he said would enable the PSC and the Police Leadership rub minds and chart new ways of moving the Police Institution forward. He noted that though the functions of the duo are distinct, they are closely related, hence, the need for maximum collaboration and a symbolic kind of relationship that would ultimately lead to the success of both given mandates.

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), who was at the Force Headquarters on a working visit during the opening of the retreat, gave his goodwill message at the event. He called for a sustained and harmonious working relationship between the Nigeria Police and the Police Service Commission which, according to him could translate to effective and beneficial outcomes. He assured that the Ministry of Justice is open to assist with any role that could help advance the efficient service delivery of the Police.           

Also in attendance were the Commissioners of the PSC, the Permanent Secretary of the Commission, members of the Force Management Team and other Key Staff Officers of the Force and the PSC.