President Bola Tinubu on Saturday reaffirmed his administration\u2019s commitment to building a modern, professional, and accountable police force as he attended the Passing Out Parade of 1,187 graduating cadets of the Nigeria Police Academy in Wudil, Kano State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speaking at the ceremony, Tinubu praised the Academy for its growth into a degree-awarding institution and lauded its role in producing officers equipped to tackle Nigeria\u2019s evolving security challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, he described the graduation as \u201ca milestone that reflects the progress made in strengthening national security through improved training and education.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis milestone is not just a celebration of hard work and dedication, but also a testament to the progress we have made in shaping a more secure and prosperous future,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He further commended the Academy for providing \u201cworld-class training\u201d and for aligning with his administration\u2019s goal of building \u201can honest, professional and human rights\u2013respecting police force.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tinubu charged the new officers to uphold integrity, fairness, and discipline as they assume their roles in safeguarding lives and property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cYou are not just enforcers of the law; you are guardians of our collective security and well-being,\u201d he told the cadets, urging them to serve selflessly and maintain the trust of Nigerians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He also encouraged them to remain steadfast in the values of discipline, integrity, and service as they step into active duty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Promising continued support from the Federal Government, the President promised investments in training, resources, and equipment to enhance the effectiveness of the Police Academy and other security agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cTo the families and loved ones of the cadets, your sacrifice and encouragement have shaped these young officers into the professionals we celebrate today,\u201d Tinubu added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In his address, the Commandant of the Academy, AIG Patrick Atayero, said the 1,187 graduating cadets had successfully completed both academic and professional training, earning bachelor\u2019s degrees in various disciplines, and described the group as \u201cworthy in character and learning.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Atayero highlighted the Academy\u2019s growth since its establishment in 1998, noting its transformation from temporary campuses in Kaduna and Challawa to Nigeria\u2019s premier police training institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He also announced plans to commence postgraduate and diploma programmes to further strengthen police education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe have expanded our programmes, increased our intake, and improved our facilities to meet the demands of modern policing,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n