We lost gallant officers defending, protecting citizens in Edo — AIG Agbonika
The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG, in charge of Zone 5, Benin City, Monday Agbonika, has said that some gallant police officers lost their lives while serving as Commissioners of Police in the Edo State Command. Agbonika, who is the immediate past Commissioner of Police in the state, noted that some officers paid the supreme […] We lost gallant officers defending, protecting citizens…
Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG Agbonika, has disclosed that some gallant police officers lost their lives while serving in the Edo State Command. Agbonika, who is the previous Commissioner of Police in the state, highlighted that the Command faced challenging moments including protests involving various groups. He emphasized that the Command honoured the sacrifice of the deceased officers.
As the newly appointed AIG, Agbonika expressed his struggle to win the trust and confidence of the people of Edo State. He acknowledged that their eventual support marked a turning point and led to achievements and progress. Agbonika advised his successor, Commissioner of Police Patrick Daaor, to maintain community policing and engage all stakeholders, including traditional rulers, in addressing security challenges.
Daaor assured that his administration would prioritize community policing and an open-door policy, aiming to build trust with Edo residents and effectively combat crime.
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