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IGP Charges Officers On Professionalism, Integrity

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7 months ago

January 23, 2025

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun has charged the newly recruited police constables to exhibit high levels of professionalism and integrity in the line of duty.

Egbetokun made the charge in Bauchi on Thursday, during the graduation ceremony and passing out parade of 212 recruited police constables in the state.

Represented by Auwal Mohammad, the Commissioner of Police in the state, the IGP charged them to also adhere strictly to the rule of law and established procedures.

“Your role demands empathy and compassion towards the civilian population, particularly the vulnerable, while maintaining firmness and
fairness in all interactions.

“Strive to be perceived as a friend
and partner to the public, inspiring hope and confidence in the
security apparatus.

“Remember that the uniform you wear and
the office you hold, are symbols of trust and responsibility, never to be exploited for intimidation, harassment, or
perversion of justice.

“Abhor all forms of lawlessness, human
rights abuse, and unprofessional conduct. Instead, utilize your
authority to protect citizens, enforce laws, and apprehend
criminals,” he advised.

According to him, 10,000 newly recruited police constables were graduating today, an event, he said, was taking place concurrently at four premier colleges and 12 Police Training Schools nationwide.

He said that the police force has instilled in them the necessary orientation to effectively address the complex security challenges facing the nation, while adhering to the principles of the law.

Egbetokun added that this feat demonstrated the federal government’s
commitment to strengthening the Nigeria Police Force by addressing the longstanding manpower deficit.

He said in pursuant of the community Policing principle of the current police administration, a significant number of the newly graduated police constables have been posted to their states of origin.

Earlier, DIG Hamisu Argumgun (Rtd), the Chairman, Police Service Commission, said that the Commission will continue to support them and ensure that their career progression will be predictable within the requirements of established rules and regulations.

Represented by Ahmed Aliyu, Director, Procurement, Police Service Commission, Argungu reminded them that the nation is still facing some security challenges like banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery and terrorism amongst others.

He however, said that President Bola Tinubu has given a listening ear to requests for manpower improvement and provision of needed logististical support.

“I charge you to go out and reciprocate the government’s good gesture and strive to work in partnership with other security agencies to eliminate or reduce the security challenges bedevilling our beloved nation,” he said.

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INEC CVR: CSO Expresses Worry Over Poor Deployment Of Machines, Manpower To LGs In Edo

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6 hours ago

August 29, 2025

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By Joseph Ebi Kanjo

Edo Civil Society Organisations (EDOCSO) has expressed worry over the poor deployment of capturing machines and manpower to Igueben Local Government Area of the state by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the ongoing Ongoing Continuous Voters Registration (CVR).

The Coordinator, EDOCSO, Igueben Study Centre, Leftist Enabulele Larry, and Secretary, Leftist Mark Akande expressed the CSO sentiment when the duo visited the INEC headquarters in Igueben where the CBR in the local government is taking place.

In a statement made available to INFO DAILY on Friday, the leadership of EDOCSO, Igueben Study Centre condemned the “use of only two capturing devices in a local government with over 69, 396 in population.”

The duo noted in the statement that their findings at the INEC headquarters revealed two capturing machines were deployed to each local government across the 18 local government areas of the state.

The civil society members said INEC excuse of deploying two capturing machines to each local government was not germane enough because many do not have a computer or android phone to do the online registration INEC gave as an excuse.

“The question here is, what is the percentage of our people mostly the aged individuals, that have access to Android mobile and other internet gadgets in Edo state?

“How many people can afford internet data to enable them have access internet services in Edo state under the current excruciating economic pains by the people?

“How many of the Edo people can even manipulate the Android mobile phone to the extent of navigating the internet hurdles to undertake the job is INEC? If INEC is not ready for the job, they should tell Nigerians.

“If citizens are now advised to individually undertake the statutory job of INEC, of what purpose does the commission serve to the people? etc,” they said.

As at when filing this report, INFO DAILY was yet to get a reply from the message sent to the INEC in Edo for reaction.

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Edo Sports Commission Boss Celebrates Okpehbolo On Birthday

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11 hours ago

August 29, 2025

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The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has felicated with Governor Monday Okpebholo, on the occasion of his birthday.

In a statement issued on Friday by his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, Enabulele Okpebholo as a visionary leader whose dedication to the growth and development of the state has continued to inspire confidence and admiration across all sectors, especially sports.

Enabulele, who highlighted the governor’s unwavering commitment to youth empowerment through sports development, noted that under his leadership, Edo State has witnessed significant strides in grassroots sporting initiatives and infrastructure.

“His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, is not just a political leader but a beacon of hope for the younger generation.

“His passion for excellence and inclusive governance is evident in the way he has continued to support policies that uplift our youths and promote sporting excellence,” the statement read.

The Executive Chairman prayed for long life, good health, and continued wisdom for the governor as he steers the affairs of the state towards greater prosperity.

“On behalf of the entire Edo State Sports Commission, I extend our warmest birthday wishes to His Excellency at 55. May this new chapter of his life be filled with more accomplishments and divine grace,” he added.

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Oba Of Benin Suspends Palace Chiefs

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22 hours ago

August 28, 2025

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The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has suspended two of his chiefs for falling for dereliction of duties.

This was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the Benin Traditional Council (BTC), Frank Irabor and made available to journalists in Benin City.

He said their suspension was as a result of their long absence from the palace, resulting in their failure to carry out their palace responsibilities.

The suspended persons are: Chief John Igiehon, the Izuwako of Benin and chief Aimiukpomonyako Oghogho (Ebengho), the Oyenmwensoba of Benin.

“The under-mentioned two (2) chiefs have been suspended from the Palace of the Oba of Benin.

“This is as a result of their long absence from the Palace, resulting in their failure to carry out their Palace responsibilities.

“The public is advised to be wary of unscrupulous chiefs that are no longer functioning in the Palace. His Royal Majesty has approved their _ Suspension and directed the public be duly informed.

“The names of the chiefs are: – ; 1. CHIEF JOHN IGIEHON, THE IZUWAKO OF BENIN and, _ 2 CHIEF AIMIUKPOMONYAKO OGHOGHO (EBENGHO), THE OYENMWENSOBA OF BENIN”, the statement said.