Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun (IGP ), the Nation’s Acting Inspector General of Police, has pledged to increase the professionalism, efficiency, and public confidence in law enforcement personnel.
This is according to a statement released on Friday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi. In it, the acting IGP claims to have started the process of creating a thorough training programme. The programme will contain a curriculum that will cut across colleges and training institutions.
Along with physical and technical fitness, he said the training will also emphasise behavioural and attitude adjustments. The acting IGP admitted that law enforcement is a complex field that calls physical stamina and technological expertise. However, it also calls for mental awareness and the highest ethical standards of behaviour.
The statement also mentioned the new training initiative will be designed to address the importance of attitudinal and behavioural changes, fostering a positive and community-oriented mindset among police personnel by instilling values such as integrity, effective communication, emphasizing the significance of respectful and compassionate interactions with members of the public, enhancing interpersonal skills, conflict resolution techniques, cultural sensitivity, and de-escalation strategies aimed at enhancing the trust and cooperation between law enforcement and the communities we serve.
“Furthermore, the training program will include scenarios and simulations that replicate real-life situations, allowing officers to practice critical decision-making skills while considering the potential impact on community relations”.
cc: Daily Post Ng
