Gombe police officers urged to uphold professionalism, human rights

Officers and men of the Gombe State Police Command have been charged to maintain the highest standards of discipline, integrity, professionalism, and respect for human rights in their duties. The directive came from the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 12, Bauchi, Vungmoh S.M. Kwaimoh, during his familiarization and operational tour of the command.

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The visit formed part of the AIG’s operational assessment of police commands under Zone 12, comprising Bauchi and Gombe states.

Kwaimoh stressed the importance of ethical policing, adherence to the rule of law, and fostering cordial relationships with the public. He urged personnel to perform their constitutional responsibilities without fear or favor, ensuring the rights of citizens are respected and public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force is sustained.

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According to the Police, the exercise is aimed at evaluating operational readiness, strengthening supervisory mechanisms, reviewing policing strategies and enhancing service delivery across the zone.

The AIG's visit, which included an assessment of police commands in Bauchi and Gombe states, aims to evaluate operational readiness, strengthen supervisory mechanisms, review policing strategies, and enhance service delivery across Zone 12. He commended the Gombe State Police Command for their efforts in maintaining peace and security, urging them to remain vigilant against emerging security threats.

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Kwaimoh urged them to remain committed to ethical policing by performing their constitutional responsibilities without fear or favour while respecting the rights of citizens and sustaining public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force.

Commissioner of Police Umar Ahmed Chuso described the visit as timely and significant, noting its potential to boost morale and operational effectiveness. He reaffirmed the command's loyalty and commitment to protecting lives and property through intelligence-led policing and stakeholder collaboration. The command also appealed to the public for continued support by providing credible information to aid crime prevention and enhance public safety.

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Chuso described the visit as timely and significant, noting that it would boost the morale of officers and further strengthen the Command’s operational effectiveness.