- President Tinubu charges police cadets to prioritize security, justice, accountability, and equity in their duties
- Commandant Abubakar urges cadets to uphold professionalism and be good ambassadors for the academy and the police force
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has charged the graduating cadets of the 5th Regular Course of the Nigerian Police Academy, Wudil, with not betraying their sacred trust to provide adequate security in the country.
During the passing out parade of the 169 cadets of the 5th Regular Course at the Nigerian Police Academy, POLAC, Wudil in Kano State, the president made the call.
Tinubu, who the vice president represented, Kashim Shettima, urged the cadets to carry out their responsibilities diligently and professionally, emphasising the importance of justice over compromise, accountability over corruption, and equity over self-interest.
He urged the cadets to remain vigilant, united, and tuned in to the ideas that make the police an example of honour and integrity while carrying out their duties.
We must do our best within our capacity to ensure that there is an improvement in the security of lives, property and investments of our people and foreign investors.
We must treat all citizens fairly and uphold their human rights regardless of their background. Our action must exemplify the highest ethical standard as we safeguard the rule of law, he said.
He stated that the current administration is committed to implementing effective security measures in Nigeria.
Earlier in his welcome address, AIG Sadiq Abubakar, commandant of the academy, urged the cadets to be good ambassadors of the academy and the Nigeria Police Force while charging them with professionalism.
My administration to make adequate provision for security
President Bola Tinubu emphasized on Saturday his administration’s commitment to bolstering security and law enforcement agencies’ operational capabilities while prioritizing enhanced welfare for personnel.
This renewed focus aims to tackle security challenges and related issues nationwide effectively.
Vice President Kashim Shettima conveyed the President’s assurance during the Passing Out Parade of the 5th Regular Course at the Nigeria Police Academy in Wudil, Kano State.
He said, “This administration is committed to implementing effective measures to combat the security challenges in Nigeria and our synergy is the surest ticket to that destiny. We are implementing a comprehensive approach that focuses on key areas.