Nasir Bello Kankarofi, the Kogi State Police Command has warned criminal to stay off the streets as the passing out of 565 newly trained combat -ready constables marks the new chapter in crime fighting , saying they are ready after an intensive weapons and combat operations course that commenced on April 13, 2026.
Speaking at the Police Headquarters Lokoja on Monday, Nasir Kankarofi, said the rigorous training was approved by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, and delivered to produce agile, smart and combat -ready officers to tackle crime, banditry, terrorism and other vices across the state.
Kankarofi also commended Gov. Ahmed Usman Ododo for his unwavering support to the Command during training and operations , as he urged the graduands to remain dedicated, respect human rights, and practice community and democratic policing.
He announced that officers who distinguished themselves during the training will be absorbed into the newly created Violent Crime Response Unit, an elite corps specialized in rapid response to violent crimes, which will be inaugurated soon. Related News Protests: Security shutdown access to Presidential Villa, others in Abuja Kwankwasiyya diaspora coordinator emerges NDC candidate for Gwale federal constituency How security operatives foiled plot to bomb Ondo Government House — Aiyedatiwa
