The Togolese National Police has launched a three-day open-door event, running from October 6 to 8, 2026, in Lomé and other parts of the country. This initiative aims to promote transparency and trust between the police and the public. During the event, citizens can learn about the police's missions, services, and daily activities. The ceremony was launched at the Police headquarters in Lomé, with Lt-Col. Dorouwa N'Dafidina, Inspector General of Security Services, representing the Minister of Security and Civil Protection.
The event features various activities, including exhibitions, practical demonstrations, and meetings with specialized units. Citizens can discover the police's history, organizational structure, recruitment processes, and different units, jobs, and ranks. Additionally, they can obtain information on procedures for legalizing documents, obtaining national ID cards, and certifying documents. The program also includes presentations on the police's means of action and visits to technical services.
According to Police Commissioner Babarime Akatao, the event provides an opportunity to strengthen the bond of trust between the police and the population. The initiative aligns with the government's roadmap for 2026-2031, focusing on protecting, gathering, and transforming. Akatao emphasized that the police's fundamental mission is to protect people, property, and public institutions, maintain public order, prevent delinquency, and ensure everyone's safety while respecting laws and freedoms.
The open-door event is taking place not only in Lomé but also in central commissariats in Tsévié, Kpalimé, Atakpamé, Sokodé, Kara, and Dapaong. Citizens can visit these locations to learn more about the police and its services. Akatao invited the public to take advantage of the event to ask questions and interact with police officers. He also expressed gratitude to President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé for his support for security forces and to the Minister of Security for providing necessary resources.
During the event, citizens can obtain their national ID cards within a 72-hour timeframe. This service aims to promote efficiency and accessibility in obtaining essential documents. The police also showcased various trophies and achievements, highlighting their commitment to serving the community.
The event concluded with a visit to exhibition stands, a signature in the guestbook, and a cocktail reception. Police Commissioner Akatao reaffirmed the police's determination to serve with loyalty, discipline, and professionalism, striving for a modern police force that respects human rights and looks toward the future.
The Togolese National Police's open-door event demonstrates its commitment to transparency, accountability, and community engagement. By providing a platform for citizens to interact with police officers and learn about their services, the event aims to foster trust and cooperation between the police and the public.
Key points
- Togo's National Police open doors to citizens for a three-day event to promote transparency and trust.
- Citizens can obtain national ID cards within a 72-hour timeframe during the event.
- The event aligns with the government's roadmap for 2026-2031, focusing on protecting, gathering, and transforming.
