..Sues For Esprit De Corps Among Agencies
By Chibuike Nwabuko
ABUJA FCT – Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has described the incident that took place between the Police and Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) as show of shame adding that it is an act of unprofessionalism and public display of dichotomy.
He therefore ordered the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in-charge of Zone 11, Osogbo to carry out a discreet investigation into the root cause of the confrontation.
Precise Post recalls that the IGP’s reaction is against the backdrop of a viral video of public confrontation between Officers of the Nigeria Police Force and Officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Osogbo, Osun State
In a statement on Saturday signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters Abuja, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Police Boss said, “it is pertinent to recall that in a press statement from the NPF, Ref No. CZ.5300/FPRD/FHQ/ABJ/VOL.6/257 dated 15th October, 2023 “IGP HOLDS STRATEGIC CONFERENCE WITH SENIOR POLICE OFFICERS, harps on professionalism, camaraderie”, the IGP while strongly emphasizing the core essentials of synergy for efficiency and productivity among security operatives stated thus – “At this moment, I must stress the importance of ‘esprit de corps’ – the spirit of camaraderie, teamwork, and shared purpose that binds us within our organization and with our colleagues across other agencies. It is essential for the successful execution of our duties that we honor and respect all colleagues and members of other services within the confines of the law”.
The IGP, however, called for calm as the Nigeria Police Force, under his leadership, would continually work in collaboration with relevant sister security agencies towards ensuring we achieve a safe and secure environment for our dear country, Nigeria.
