NPF Concludes Executive Training Programme For Commissioners Of Police With Professional Induction Ceremony

The Nigeria Police Force is set to conclude its Two-Day Executive Training Programme for Commissioners of Police with a formal induction ceremony into the Institute of Conflict Management and Negotiation Analysts (ICMNA).
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The Executive Training Programme, organized by the Department of Training and Development, Nigeria Police Force, is themed:
“Enhancing Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Thought Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Public Relations and Excellence in the Nigeria Police Force.”

The programme is designed to strengthen the strategic leadership capacity of Commissioners of Police by equipping them with contemporary knowledge and practical skills in strategic communication, media engagement, emotional intelligence, public relations, thought leadership, and other competencies essential for effective policing in today’s evolving security environment.

As part of the activities marking the conclusion of the programme, participating Commissioners of Police will be formally inducted into the Institute of Conflict Management and Negotiation Analysts (ICMNA) as Certified Conflict Management and Negotiation Professionals (CPs).

The induction recognizes the relevance of conflict management, negotiation, strategic communication, emotional intelligence, and ethical leadership in modern policing, and underscores the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to continuous professional development and institutional excellence.

The induction ceremony will be conducted by the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Department of Training and Development, on behalf of the President of the Institute of Conflict Management and Negotiation Analysts (ICMNA), following the administration of the Institute’s Oath of Allegiance.

The event is expected to attract senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force, members of the Governing Council of the Institute, invited dignitaries, and representatives of the media.

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The Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its commitment to developing competent, ethical, and visionary leaders capable of advancing professional policing, strengthening public confidence, and enhancing national security through continuous learning and capacity development.
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ICPC Takes Anti-Corruption Campaign To Imo Ministry, Urges Public Officers To Choose Integrity

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has intensified its preventive anti-corruption drive with a sensitisation programme for the Imo State Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, urging public officers to embrace integrity even when unobserved.
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The one-day event, recently held at the Ministry’s conference hall, formed part of the Commission’s strategic stakeholder engagement aimed at embedding ethical conduct across public institutions and strengthening grassroots governance.

Welcoming the ICPC delegation, the Hon Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Professor Ruby Emele, hailed the initiative as timely and commended the Commission’s sustained efforts to promote transparency and accountability in public service.

She emphasised that continuous anti-corruption education remained essential for reinforcing the ethical capacity of public officers and expressed confidence that the programme would enhance participants’ understanding of the law while deepening their commitment to principled governance.

The centerpiece of the event was a lecture titled “Corruption in Local Government Administration: The Cost of Silence, the Power of Integrity,” delivered by Mrs. Chinwe Egbeocha, Deputy Director of the ICPC Imo State Office.

Describing corruption as a formidable obstacle to national development, Mrs. Chinwe warned that silence in the face of malfeasance emboldens impunity, while integrity constitutes the bedrock of accountable governance.

Providing an overview of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act, 2000, Mrs. Chinwe outlined the Commission’s three interconnected mandates of enforcement, prevention, and public enlightenment.

The Commission, she noted, has scaled up its preventive mandate through initiatives including Anti-Corruption and Transparency Units, System Studies and Reviews, Corruption Risk Assessments, and the Constituency and Executive Project Tracking Initiative.

Drawing on the World Bank’s definition of corruption as the abuse of entrusted power for private gain, Mrs. Egbeocha identified greed, poverty, distorted societal values, weak enforcement, poor leadership, and lack of political will as key drivers of the phenomenon. She also introduced the Fraud Triangle, explaining that pressure, opportunity, and rationalisation often trigger individuals to engage in corrupt practices, and urged public officers to cultivate the moral fortitude to resist external pressures and reject attempts to rationalise unethical conduct.

The Deputy Director further illuminated the profound consequences of corruption, including poor infrastructure, declining productivity, unemployment, weak educational outcomes, insecurity, and eroded public confidence in government institutions.

She also detailed various offences under the ICPC Act, including gratification, bribery, abuse of office, and inflation of contract prices, which attract prison terms of up to ten years upon conviction.

In a particularly engaging segment, Mrs. Egbeocha clarified that gratification extends beyond cash to include gifts, favours, and promises intended to influence public officers, prompting robust audience participation. When participants questioned whether unsolicited tokens of appreciation constituted corruption, she maintained that the law remained explicit and urged public officers to exercise utmost caution regarding gifts that might compromise their impartiality. She also highlighted the Commission’s whistleblower protection provisions under Section 64 of the Act and encouraged participants to report suspected corruption through dedicated channels.

Addressing corruption risks specific to local government administration, Mrs. Egbeocha identified bribery, nepotism, procurement fraud, ghost worker syndrome, and diversion of public funds as practices undermining grassroots development. She observed that bribery often manifests through deliberate delays in processing legitimate services, compelling citizens to offer inducements for entitlements. Challenging participants to become integrity ambassadors, she urged them to ensure that official decisions withstand public scrutiny, declare conflicts of interest, report wrongdoing promptly, and lead by example.

In her closing remarks, Mrs. Egbeocha offered poignant reflections, stating that “corruption is not only found in high places; it can be found in a drawer and can also be found in silence.” She reminded participants that “the tragedy of corruption is not merely that money disappears, but that trust disappears too,” and concluded that the true fight against corruption is won when individuals choose integrity even when no one is watching.

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The Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Isabel Kelechi A., expressed profound appreciation on behalf of the Commissioner, describing the engagement as highly educative and affirming that the knowledge acquired would positively influence staff conduct.

The sensitisation programme underscores the ICPC’s unwavering commitment to preventing corruption through strategic stakeholder enlightenment, ensuring that ethical leadership becomes the cornerstone of effective public service delivery and sustainable national development.
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Gov Eno, President Barrow Wins African Leader In People-Centric Governance Award In Gambia

The President of The Gambia, Adama Barrow, and the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, have been honoured at the 19th Security Watch Africa Conference and Awards held in Banjul, The Gambia, for their outstanding contributions to governance, security and sustainable development.
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Governor Eno, represented by his Deputy, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, received the African Leader in People-Centric Governance Award in recognition of his administration’s commitment to improving the lives of citizens through inclusive governance and sustainable development.
In his keynote address, Governor Eno commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture through collaboration with the Armed Forces and other security agencies. He stressed the need for stronger regional and continental partnerships to address emerging security challenges and promote lasting peace and economic growth across Africa.

Speaking before African leaders, diplomats, defence chiefs, security experts and policymakers at the Sir Dawda Jawara International Conference Centre, the Governor said good governance should be measured by its impact on the welfare and well-being of the people.

He dedicated the award to the people of Akwa Ibom State, describing it as a collective achievement made possible through the partnership between government, security agencies and citizens in building a peaceful and prosperous society.
Governor Eno acknowledged Nigeria’s security challenges but noted that they are not unique to the country, urging African nations to strengthen intelligence sharing, collaboration and innovation in tackling transnational threats.

Using the continental platform, the Governor showcased the achievements of his administration under the ARISE Agenda. He highlighted the construction of over 1,346 kilometres of roads and bridges, the establishment of the Ibom Model Farm, the Tree Crop Revolution, the commissioning of the 350-bed Ibom International Hospital, the enrolment of more than 300,000 residents into the State Health Insurance Scheme, and the construction of over 455 solar-powered Compassionate Homes for vulnerable citizens.

He also outlined major investment-driven projects, including the ARISE Palm Resort, the International Convention Centre, the remodelling of Ibom International Hotel, the expansion of Ibom Air’s regional operations and ongoing efforts to actualise the Ibom Deep Seaport.

On security, Governor Eno said his administration had strengthened internal security through the creation of the Ministry of Internal Security and Waterways, the establishment of the Ibom Community Watch, the integration of 2,272 gazetted Village Youth Presidents into the state’s security network, and the construction of a modern Security Command and Control Centre.

He reiterated his support for the establishment of State Police, describing it as a necessary step towards strengthening grassroots security and improving responses to emerging threats.

International Coordinator of Security Watch Africa, Patrick Agbambu, said Governor Eno’s people-oriented leadership and commitment to citizens informed the decision to honour him with the African Leader in People-Centric Governance Award.

Other recipients at the event included Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, the Gambian Police Force, the Nigeria Police Force, the South African Defence Force, the Kenya Navy, the Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, and the Chief Security Officer to Governor Umo Eno, CSP Besta Sini.

Governor Eno commended Security Watch Africa for promoting dialogue on security across the continent and praised the Government of The Gambia for its hospitality and commitment to tourism-driven economic development.

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He also invited investors from across Africa and beyond to explore opportunities in Akwa Ibom, assuring them of a secure environment, modern infrastructure, investor-friendly policies and a government committed to sustainable partnerships.

The 19th Security Watch Africa Conference and Awards brought together political leaders, diplomats, defence and security chiefs, policymakers and development experts from across Africa to discuss practical strategies for strengthening governance, security and sustainable development on the continent.
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