He continued by saying that he also worked to strengthen the Force’s intelligence capabilities by advocating for the upgrade of the Technical Intelligence assets to the Cam Scanner.
Usman Baba, the recently retired immediate past Inspector-General of Police (I-G), stated in Abuja on Wednesday that he left the Nigeria Police Force in a better state than when he took office in 2021.
I think I’m leaving the Force’s leadership in a better place than when I entered it.
“I believe that I have added value to policing in Nigeria,” he stated as he handed the reins of power to Kayode Egbetokun, the recently appointed Acting I-G.
Upon being appointed, Baba claimed that he had set out to positively alter the perceptions of policing in Nigeria by outlining a clear vision and mission objectives.
The former I-G said he made a commitment to address the welfare issues facing active-duty and retired officers and improve the Force’s operational capability by acquiring vital operational assets.
The Marine and Air wings, the Special Forces, the Police Mobile Force, the Counterterrorism Unit, and the Special Protection Unit, he claimed, were among the special detachments of the Force that he also set out to realign.
He continued by saying that he also worked to strengthen the Force’s intelligence capabilities by advocating for the upgrade of the Technical Intelligence assets to the Cam Scanner.
“I am confident that consistent progress has been made toward achieving all parts of my pledge to alter policing narratives and reestablish the waning police primacy within the nation’s internal security architecture.
“Even if we may not yet be there, the roads have been clearly established, a solid foundation has been laid, and significant progress has been made”, in his exact words.
He emphasized, “These are for the incoming leadership to capitalize on in the pursuit of a better Police Force.
Baba praised the Nigeria Police family for their dedication, selflessness, and commitment to duty, noting that these qualities helped his administration achieve the majority of its goals and leadership ambitions.
He remarked, “I would especially like to thank the Force Management Team members for being strategic partners during my leadership path.
In response, President Bola Tinubu received praise from Acting I-G Egbetokun for the trust that was placed in him.
He claimed that his appointment served as a call to action and a chance to contribute to the president’s common purpose to protect the lives and well-being of Nigerians.
Egbetokun declared that the Nigeria Police Force would pursue excellence, openness, and accountability to restore public confidence.
He declared that his administration would work to rebuild public trust in law enforcement agencies and to build a nation where every Nigerian would feel safe, respected, and protected.
To unleash the enormous potential of the Nigeria Police and safeguard the nation, create enduring peace, and carry out the president’s agenda, Egbetokun promised to introduce new strategies.
