—As he dedicated the Award to God first, and CP Olufemi Abaniwonda
By Matthias Ogbagah
DELTA – SATISFIED with his hard-working and meritorious outstanding efforts in crime fighting within the Delta State Police Command leading to the arrests of violent criminals and recovery of arms and ammunition, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D, NPM conferred a prestigious Award of Excellence on Commander of Delta CP Special Assignment Team, ASP Julius Robinson.
The Award presentation is part of activities to mark the end of the 2024 Conference of Police Public Relations Officers (PPROs) and Communications Experts with the theme “Strengthening the Nigeria Police Force Oversight and Accountability,” held in Asaba, the Delta State capital, from 18th November to November 21, 2024.
According to a press release signed by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, mnipr, mipra, fCAI, Force Public Relations Officer,
Force Headquarters, Abuja force made available to Rainbow Newspaper, The Conference themed “Strengthening the Nigeria Police Force Oversight and Accountability” is aided in equipping PPROs with the required expertise for effective communication, police accountability, improved human relations, and public trust.
According to the release, the conference was facilitated by resource persons and experts in the Public Relations sector, NGOs, International organizations, and experts in other relevant fields.
Presenting the Award of Excellence to the Commander of Commissioner of Police Special Assignment Team (CP – SAT), ASP Julius Robinson, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D, NPM said,
“In recognition of your outstanding efforts in crime fighting within the Delta State Police Command leading to the arrests of violent criminals and recovery of arms and ammunition. Your exemplary service has enhanced public confidence in the Nigeria Police”.
Others that bag the IGP awards and commendations are ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi PPRO of FCT, PPRO Bauchi State, SP Bright Edafe PPRO Delta State, and PPRO Abia States in recognition of their exemplary performance in fulfilling their lawful and expected responsibilities.
While noting that the Conference is a milestone achievement towards a more effective policing strategy, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun thanked the Executive Governor of Delta State, His Excellency Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori and the good people of Delta State for hosting the event.
He appreciated the support of various agencies, international organizations, and individuals, and further re-echoed his call on the general public to embrace the innovations and ideas of the present Police leadership towards improved oversight, accountability, and quality service delivery for the general socio-economic development of Nigeria.
