Today, 12th November 2024, His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, donated seventy-eight (78) Patrol Motor Vehicles to Kano State Police Command, commended Police efforts in maintaining peace and calls for continued efforts in making Kano State safe. The launching of the motor vehicles took place at Kano State Government House. Parts of the speech of His Excellency reads “As we gather here, let me remind you that the primary responsibility of any government is the provision of security. The critical role of the police in maintaining law and order is undeniable. That’s why my administration is committed to supporting the efforts of the police. The donation of these 78 patrol motor vehicles to all police divisions in Kano State demonstrates our resolve to ensure safety and a serene business environment in the state. I extend my deepest appreciation to other security agencies for their unwavering commitment to security in Kano State. Your collaborative efforts have been invaluable in maintaining peace and stability.”
*SPEECH BY THE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE, KANO STATE COMMAND, CP SALMAN DOGO GARBA AT THE LAUNCHING OF FORTY-FOUR POLICE PATROL MOTOR VEHICLES FACILITATED BY HIS EXCELLENCY, THE EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF KANO STATE, ALHAJI ABBA KABIR YUSUF AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE KANO, ON TUESDAY, 12TH NOVEMBER, 2024*
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It is my honour and pleasure, on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, Federal Republic of Nigeria, *IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM* to be here on this occasion for the launching of Seventy-Eight (78) New Patrol Vehicles procured by the Kano State Government under the leadership of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf for security operations of Kano State Police Command. This is a memorable event in the history of community policing of Kano State as it sets a roadmap for all to appreciate and see the effort of Kano State Government in fighting crime and criminality.
2. Words are not enough for us to express our gratitude and appreciation to the efforts of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, for prioritizing security and spearheading the evolution of community-based policing in the State. The peaceful atmosphere we are enjoying in Kano State today is a result of His Excellency’s dogged efforts as the Chief Security Officer.
3. The Kano State Police Command has eleven (11) Area Commands, Seventy Eight (78) Police Divisions, Twenty (20) Tactical Units and One Hundred (100) Police Outposts that reinforce security and respond to distress calls. No doubt, the Patrol Vehicles come at a time when commercial activities are fast growing in the State and with an increase in population. However, this gesture of the State Government will motivate the Command in fulfillment its Constitutional mandate.
4. Your Excellency, sir, invited guests, ladies, and gentlemen. These motor vehicles donated will be appropriately used to ensure a peaceful atmosphere in the State. The Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and Operational Commanders are directed to ensure the effective use of the Patrol Vehicles to provide security and safety within their jurisdictions.
5. Finally, on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, we wish to express our esteemed gratitude to His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, for this wonderful gesture. We assure you that, this will motivate us to continue to serve the good people of Kano State as we pledge to protect the lives and properties of the citizens. Your Excellency, sir, like Olivertwist, we seek for more of this gesture to support us in doing our work diligently.
*6. Thank you and God bless.*
