By Dianabasi Effiong
The Police Service Commission on Wednesday forged a new partnership with the Ministry of Police Affairs to support a more efficient, accountable and citizen-focused policing in Nigeria.
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Police Affairs, Dr Anuma Ogbonnaya, on behalf of his Minister, led a strong delegation of Directors and heads of relevant Departments and Divisions in the Ministry on a courtesy visit to the Commission for the actualisation of the new partnership.
They were received by the Chairman of the Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd), Justice Paul Adamu Galumje, retired Justice of the Supreme Court and the Commissioner representing the Judiciary, DIG Taiwo Lakanu, the Commissioner representing the Police, and Chief Onyemuche Nnamani, Secretary to the Commission.
According to Ikechukwu Ani
Head, Press and Public Relations, the Commission’s management Staff were also in the Meeting.
Ani also said that DIG Argungu commended the initiative, stressing that it would open better and rewarding channels of communication between the two government agencies.
“The PSC Chairman noted that there must be robust collaboration between Police oversight Agencies for effective and efficient policing.
“He said the Commission has been working closely with the Ministry and will continue to do that in the interest of national security.
“There must be mutual respect, no body can do it alone, regular consultations is imperative and this is a good beginning,” Ani stated.
Also, the Permanent Secretary told his host that the visit underscored the importance the Ministry attaches to the crucial work of the Commission. P
Ogbonnaya said he led the delegation to the Commission to foster a stronger working relationship and open channels of communication between the two government agencies.
“We recognise that our mandates are intrinsically linked, and effective collaboration is paramount to achieving our shared goals within the security architecture of Nigeria”, he said.
The Permanent Secretary also said the Ministry deeply appreciated the Commission’s role in overseeing the recruitment, promotion, discipline and overall welfare of members of the Nigeria Police Force.
“Your independence and commitment to upholding standards of professionalism and integrity are vital to building public trust and ensuring the effectiveness of our police,” he said.
Ogbonnaya also said that there were key areas where closer collaboration between the Ministry and the Commission could yield significant benefits.
