The Taraba State Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property, maintaining public order, and ensuring that criminal elements have no safe haven in the state.
The assurance was given on Monday by the Commissioner of Police, Edwin Ogbeghagha, during the handover of refurbished operational vehicles to the Violent Crime Response Unit, VCRU.
Ogbeghagha charged the Officer-in-Charge of the unit, Ayuba Yohanna, and other personnel to ensure their effective utilisation in strengthening the unit’s operational capacity.
He said the initiative was aimed at improving mobility, response capabilities and operational readiness, particularly in tackling violent crimes and other security threats across the state.
The police commissioner urged officers of the unit to remain professional, disciplined and vigilant in the discharge of their duties, while upholding the core values of the Nigeria Police Force and respecting the fundamental rights of citizens.
“Effective policing requires not only dedication and professionalism but also adequate operational logistics to ensure prompt responses to security threats”, the commissioner stressed.
Ogbeghagha assured residents that the command would continue to explore practical measures to enhance its operational capacity and strengthen efforts to combat criminal activities across the state.
The command also called on members of the public to support the police by providing timely and credible information that could assist in preventing crime and apprehending offenders.
It assured residents that information supplied would be treated with the necessary confidentiality.
The command reiterated its commitment to proactive policing, operational efficiency and sustained collaboration with the public towards ensuring a safer and more secure state.
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