The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has tasked the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to get rid of corrupt police officers who are ruining the goodwill of the Force, News About Nigeria reports.
At the maiden edition of the Nigeria Police Awards and Commendations Ceremony held in Abuja on Monday, Akpabio noted that these bad eggs are the ones pushing out false narratives about the police.
He further lauded Egbetokun for his commitment towards building the Force adding that he has done so much since he became the Inspector General of Police.
He also commended the leadership of the NPF for organising the event and urged them to use the occasion to celebrate the achievements of the Force and to reiterate the commitment to working together for a safer and more secured Nigeria.
The Senate President further pledged the commitment and support of the National Assembly to the Force for better policing and security in Nigeria.
He said, “I commend the Police for this maiden effort in organising this awards ceremony. It is a testament to IGP Egbetokun’s commitment to giving honour to whom it is due. By recognising the gallant, selfless and patriotic contributions of individual officers, we not only motivate them for higher performance but also reinforce the new policing agenda of the Force.
“However, let us not ignore the challenges faced by the police in Nigeria. The ever-evolving landscape of crime and the increasing sophistication of criminal gangs pose significant obstacles.
“Moreso, as we honour the good officers, let us weed out the bad ones because a chain is as strong as its weakest link. We must address these issues and work together to find solutions.”
