The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Ibrahim Kpotun Idris
has expressed his commitment to the capacity development of police officers to
enable them better discharge their duties.
He spoke on Monday during the commencement of a 3-day
capacity building workshop organised for the Nigeria Police legal
officers/prosecutors and investigators, in Abuja.
The IGP who was represented by the Deputy Inspector General
(DIG) in charge of training, Emmanuel Iyang, said the training was meant to
make the officers more effective and efficient.
He said, "Police training which shall be based on
the fundamental values of democracy, the rule of law and the protection of
human rights shall be developed in accordance with the objectives of the
police."
He added that the workshop which is themed 'train the
trainer,' "will equip officers with skills which they will in turn
transfer back to their respective units with a view of training other officers
under them.”
"This programme will be in different phases and
this is just the first phase of the programme. I assure you that we are very
much committed to the development of our officers who are always instrumental
on the field. We will continue this and ensure the best for our officers,” he
stated.
By Ronald Mutum
