By Christopher Oji
The Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has rewarded the officer incharge of Commissioner of Police Tactical Unit in Delta State,ASP Julius Robinson and some senior police officers for their dogged war against crimes.
The award of recognition were presented to the officers during the 2024 Conference of Police Public Relations Officers (PPROs) and Communications Experts held in Asaba, Delta State.
The Conference themed “Strengthening the Nigeria Police Force Oversight and Accountability” which aided in equipping PPROs with the required expertise for effective communication, police accountability, improved human relations and public trust, was facilitated by resource persons and experts in the Public Relations sector, NGOs, International organizations and experts in other relevant fields.
In a statement by Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi,he explained that,” As a keen reminder of the rewards of hard work and diligence, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, represented by the Commissioner of Police in charge of Delta State, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, presented awards and commendations to several police PROs including PPROs of FCT, Bauchi, Delta, and Abia States, as well as ASP Julius Robinson, a commander of a tactical team within the Delta State Command, in recognition of their exemplary performance in fulfilling their lawful and expected responsibilities.
“The IGP, while noting that the Conference is a milestone achievement towards a more effective policing strategy, thanked the state Governor and good people of Delta State for hosting the event.
“ The IGP also appreciated the support of various agencies, international organizations, and individuals, and further re-echoed his call on the general public to embrace the new innovations and ideas of the present Police leadership towards improved oversight, accountability, and quality service delivery for the general socio-economic development of Nigeria”.
In his response , ASP Robinson thanked the IGP for recognising his efforts and pledged to do more in the war against criminals, saying that the award has is a call to work harder and put in more efforts.