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Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Olatoye Durosimi , in charge of Zone 2, Police Command, Onikan, Lagos, who recently pulled out of the Nigeria Police Force on Monday 19th August 2024 after putting in 35 years of service in a very successful career have erected a very massive podium in honor of the Inspector General Of Police of Nigeria, IGP Kayode Egbetokun .
The podium was unveiled in a well attended Pull-Out -Ceremony held at the Zone 2 Police Command Headquarters , Onikan Lagos in a 3 in 1 memorable event.
AIG , Durosimi also used the opportunity to speak on the need for government to improve on the funding, training and equipment for the police force.
He maintained that the need to improve funding for the force could not be overemphasized considering the increasing complex security challenges facing the nation.
According to him, a well-resourced and motivated Police Force was essential for maintaining law and order, protecting citizens, and ensuring national security and strength.
“The Federal government should invest more in the Police Force and the well-being of its Personel and retired officers”.
“What we have seen among our serving Personel and retired officers is not encouraging, and I will like the authorities to address these flaws as quickly as possible. The situation where what they receive is inadequate must be looked into. Good amenities should be provided so they do not suffer premature deaths. Many retirees are still strong and can contribute to the nation’s growth.”
AIG Durosimi also appealed to the general public to make policing easy for the Personel for national interest and safety of all.
“Policing in Nigeria may appear strenuous and tasking, but the significance of the police as facilitators or initiators of change cannot be underestimated or overstated”.
“It is disheartening that personnel of the Nigerian police Force who travel abroad return home with concerns. The Police Force requires advanced technologies to enhance performance and yield results”.
“Many were called, but few were chosen. I am grateful to my mentor, Tafa Balogun who guided me . I also appreciate Inspector General of Police who identified me for leadership, Mr Kayode Egbetokun who gave me the opportunity to serve as AIG. My years in the Police have been marked by opportunities as I moved across the nation.”
Speaking further on the podium he built in honour of the IGP Kayode Egbetokun, he said that IGP Egbetokun has done so much for the force and deserved more honors and accolades. Police and media have symbiotic relationship. The podium can be used to take lots of photographs.
It would be recalled that AIG Olatoye Durosimi farewell event took place at Ikeja Police Command where parade took place. Unveiling of IGP Kayode Egbetokun Photo Podium at Zone 2 was the second event while Island Club party was the grand finale and mother of the all ceremony.
