Kogi Police Command Organises Training On Modern Policing, Weapon Handling

From Joseph Amedu, Lokoja

The Kogi State Police Command under its Course 14, embarked on in-house combat training for officers across various divisions and formations of the command.

The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Miller G. adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Dantawaye, psc, during the training, delivered a strategic and selfless lecture on modern policing and weapon handling.

The rigorous training session was held at the Police Mobile Force Base 37, Lokoja.

According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Command, SP William Aya, the CP also lectured the trainees on self-discipline and learning how to handle weapons in a safe and responsible manner.

Dantawaye also dwelled on the principles of weapon handling, fundamentals of marksmanship which includes body position, trigger control, follow-through as well as weapon maneuver which is the actions beyond a basic attack using a weapon to gain a tactical advantage in combat operation.

In a demonstration of tactical proficiency, the trainees executed combat parades, including rifle stripping and assembling drills, which drew commendation from instructors and senior officers present for their skillful and synchronized performance.

Addressing the officers, CP Dantawaye charged them to internalize and apply the knowledge gained during the training in the discharge of their duties, emphasizing that such capacity building efforts should not be treated as routine or forgotten, but as a critical part of effective policing.

He urged the participants to remain vigilant, professional, and committed to obeying lawful instructions from appropriate authorities, stressing that professionalism remains a non-negotiable cornerstone of the Nigeria Police Force.

The CP further reiterated that the ongoing in-house Refresher Training will be sustained by the Command to continue to give opportunities for Officers to be equipped with the basic knowledge and skills to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery.

Also the Commissioner of Police during the monthly meeting of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) at the Command’s Headquarters in Lokoja, emphasized the vital role of community policing in ensuring sustainable peace and security.

He passionately appealed to members of the PCRC and the public to view safety as a collective responsibility and contribute meaningfully through intelligence sharing and timely reporting of suspicious behaviours and activities within their neighborhood.

The CP stressed the importance of building trust between the Police and the public, urging community members to support ongoing initiatives and participate fully in security-driven programs.

He acknowledged PCRC’s contributions to several command projects and encouraged members to maintain their unwavering commitment to mutual progress.

In her remarks, the Chairperson of PCRC zone 8 Lokoja, Hajiya Rabietu Okute who double as the Hon. Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Kogi State, commended the CP for his leadership style and unwavering commitment to the safety of lives and property in the State.

She said that the open door policy of CP Dantawaye has enhanced collaboration for effective Policing in the State. She promised for continued support to the Police to improve their service delivery.

In his remarks, the State Chairman, Elder Aaron Ali thanked the CP for finding time to attend the meeting which was engaging and impactful assuring that PCRC in Kogi State will continue to collaborate with the Police to make the State safe and secured for business.