President Ahmed Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to building a modern and professional police force, as well as reforming the nation’s security architecture. This pledge comes as the Nigeria Police Academy in Kano graduated 1,187 cadets, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to strengthen its security sector.
The graduation ceremony, attended by top government officials, including the Minister of Police Affairs and the Inspector General of Police, highlighted the Academy’s growth into a degree-awarding institution. President Tinubu, speaking through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, praised the Academy for its role in producing officers equipped to tackle Nigeria’s evolving security challenges.
The President described the graduation as a testament to the progress made in shaping a more secure and prosperous future for the country. He commended the Academy for providing world-class training and aligning with his administration’s goal of building an honest, professional, and human rights-respecting police force. The new officers were charged to uphold integrity, fairness, and discipline as they assume their roles in safeguarding lives and property across the country.
The Commandant of the Academy, AIG Patrick Adedeji Atayero, announced that the graduating cadets had successfully completed both academic and professional training, earning bachelor’s degrees in various disciplines. He described the group as “worthy in character and learning” and highlighted the Academy’s growth since its establishment in 1998. The Academy is preparing to commence postgraduate and diploma programmes to further strengthen police education.
President Tinubu assured continued federal support for the Police Academy and other security agencies, promising investments in training, resources, and equipment to enhance their effectiveness. The graduation ceremony marks a significant step towards achieving the administration’s goal of building a modern and professional police force, and the new officers are expected to play a crucial role in maintaining law and order in the country.
The Nigeria Police Academy’s growth and development are a testament to the country’s efforts to reform its security sector and address the evolving security challenges it faces. With the graduation of 1,187 new officers, the Academy has demonstrated its capacity to produce highly trained and professional personnel, and its continued expansion and development are expected to have a positive impact on the country’s security landscape.
