The Ogun state commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni, has formally recognised retired traffic warden, DST Anifa Bello, and thirty-eight others for their contributions to the Nigeria Police Force. This recognition is an inspiration to serving personnel, Ojajuni said. The ceremony was held at the Police Officers’ Mess in the Ibara Housing Estate, Abeokuta. Ojajuni noted that the initiative aligns with the vision of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu.
Among those awarded for their meritorious service are five retired officers, including former SWAT Commander, CSP Murphy Salami, and thirty-four serving police officers. The recognition scheme was designed to motivate serving personnel to remain steadfast and committed to their duties. Ojajuni reminded them that they will one day also retire and be honoured for their service. The Police Commissioner reflected on the demands of law enforcement, noting that completing 35 years in the police force is a remarkable milestone.
The police force is an onerous task, full of anxiety and stress, Ojajuni said. He noted that it is not easy to serve for 35 years, given the immense pressure and inherent risks of the profession. The Commissioner said that the recognition scheme aims to show appreciation to retired officers who have served with distinction. Ojajuni emphasised that their contributions to the Nigeria Police Force remain an inspiration to serving personnel.
Speaking on behalf of the retirees, CSP Murphy Salami expressed profound gratitude to the Inspector-General of Police and the state command for organizing the celebration. Salami observed that the ceremony marked an inaugural milestone in the command’s history. He noted that seeing retirees honoured would significantly boost the morale of serving officers.
Salami assured the force of their lingering commitment, declaring that they are not tired and will be available for the Ogun State Police Command, Nigeria Police, and Nigeria at large, whenever their services to humanity are required or requested. The retirees and serving officers were honoured for their dedication and service to the Nigeria Police Force. The ceremony was a significant event for the Ogun State Police Command.
The recognition of the 39 individuals, including DST Anifa Bello and CSP Murphy Salami, is a testament to their hard work and commitment to the police force. The Ogun State Police Commissioner’s initiative to honour retired officers who have served with distinction is a motivation to serving personnel. The ceremony was a celebration of their service and dedication to the Nigeria Police Force.
The Ogun State Police Command has taken a significant step in recognising the contributions of its retired officers. The ceremony was a milestone in the command’s history, and the recognition scheme will likely motivate serving personnel to remain committed to their duties. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, and the state command were commended for organising the celebration.
Key points
- Ogun State Police Commissioner, CP Bode Ojajuni, has honoured 39 individuals for their meritorious services to the Nigeria Police Force.
- The recognition scheme aims to motivate serving personnel to remain steadfast and committed to their duties.
- The ceremony marked an inaugural milestone in the Ogun State Police Command’s history.
