Okon Bassey in Uyo
The new Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP. Waheed Ayilara, has vowed to tackle unprofessionalism among police officers in the command.Ayilara pointed out that “undisciplined officer is a threat not only to the policing family but to the community and the state he serves.”
He made the vow during his maiden press conference at the Police Mess in Uyo where he promised to make the state too hot for criminal elements and their collaborators to survive by raiding criminal hideouts to fish out all criminals and ensure peace in the state.
“I am using this medium to prevail on all criminals and their collaborators in the state to pack your bags and luggage and relocate from the state.
“It is not going to be business as usual. We shall take the battle to your hideouts and deny you freedom of action anywhere in the state.”
The police commissioner stated that the command would collaborate with other security agencies and critical stakeholders in the state in order to achieve success.
He appealed to the residents of the state to embrace peace and resist any temptation to resort to violence, threat or misinformation on social media that may threaten the security of the state.
The commissioner of police stressed that Akwa-Ibomites would be safe and secured under his administration, adding that he would do this within the context of the rule of law, professionalism, and utmost respect for fundamental human rights.
“My primary goal is to foster a safe and secure environment for every resident. Together, we will work tirelessly to uphold the rule of law, promote accountability and ensure the safety of all indigenes and the residents of the state.
“The challenges we may face will be met with resilience, innovation, and a shared dedication to upholding the ideals of justice and security,” he added.
