PSC Remains Committed To Supporting Initiatives That Strengthen Accountability, Professionalism In Nigeria Police, Says Argungu

Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd, says that the Commission remains committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen accountability and professionalism in the Nigeria Police. 

According to Argungu, the Commission's shared goal " is to build a policing system that is people-centred, transparent and guided by the rule of law."

He spoke on the occasion of the 41st anniversary celebration of the Police Community Relations Committee, PCRC, on Thursday, in Abuja. 

Argungu spoke through the Head of Press and Public Relations of the Commission, Mr. Ikechukwu Ani. 

The PSC Chairman also noted that for over four decades, the PCRC has served as a vital bridge between the Nigeria Police and the communities in they serve. 

"Your unwavering commitment to fostering trust, promoting mutual respect, and enhancing public confidence in policing has not only stood the test of time but has also become a cornerstone of community policing in Nigeria " he told members of the PCRC during the celebration. 

 "Today, we do not only celebrate the legacy of the PCRC, but we also honour the countless achievements made possible through collaboration, dialogue and active citizen participation in crime prevention and peacebuilding efforts across the nation.

 "Let us continue to work together - Government, Police, Communities, and Civil Society to deepen trust, embrace innovation, and institutionalize community-driven approaches that make our neighbourhoods safer for all," he added.

Argungu further said that, strengthening the partnerships between the Police, the public as well as "oversight institutions like the Commission is not a mere aspiration- it is a necessity for a safer, more secure Nigeria," pointing out that as we reflect on the progress of community policing in the country, let us also look ahead with renewed resolve, even as he congratulated them on the remarkable milestone.