The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday decorated the immediate past Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, Assistant Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu, with his new rank.
AIG Disu was decorated alongside 38 other senior police officers who were recently elevated to their next ranks by the Police Service Commission (PSC) in a brief but colourful ceremony at the Peacekeeping Hall, behind Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Those decorated included 20 Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) and 19 Commissioners of Police (CPs).
Speaking during the decoration ceremony, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, reminded the newly decorated officers that every promotion comes with great responsibility, adding that it is a solemn duty to lead, inspire, and uphold the highest standard of integrity.
According to him, “These significant achievements in the lives and careers of these officers reflect their dedication, hard work, professionalism, and perseverance.
“Your leadership will directly shape the morale of those under your command and determine the quality of policing in our nation.
“As you take up this new role, I urge you to lead by example, set standards for discipline, ethics, and dedication, uphold justice, take decisive decisions, and act decisively against misconduct, ensuring fairness in all your dealings.
“Embrace accountability and remember that public trust is a privilege that must be earned and protected.”
He stressed that modern policing requires a strategic and progressive approach, noting that “our vision for the force is based on four fundamental pillars.”
He identified these four pillars as including proactive policing, intelligence-led and technology-driven policing, community partnership, and investment in capacity building and personnel welfare.
Egbetokun urged the newly decorated officers to align with the ongoing police reform aimed at enhancing the operational effectiveness of the force.
“Let us work together to build a modern, professional police force that embodies excellence, accountability, and service to the people,” he concluded.
