As DCP, Martin Nwogoh bids farewell to AIG Olatoye Durosinmi on retirement.

Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Olatoye Durosinmi, in charge of Zone 2, Police Command, Onikan, Lagos, who recently pulled out of the Nigeria Police Force on Monday, 19th August 2024 after productive 35 years of service in a very successful career has raised a massive podium in honor of the Inspector General Of Police of Nigeria, IGP Kayode Egbetokun.

Unveiling Legacy project of the outgoing Assistant Inspector General of Police Zone 2, AIG Olatoye Durosinmi, in honour of IGP Koyade Egbetokun

 

The podium unveiled was part of the 3 in 1 Pull-Out -Ceremony of AIG Durosinmi held at the Zone 2, Police Command Headquarters, Onikan, Lagos was well attended and unforgettable in honour of IGP Kayode Egbetokun. Durosinmi seized the opportunity to appeal to the Government to improve on the funding, training and equipment of the Police Force.

He, however said this could not be overemphasized considering the increasing complex security challenges facing the nation. The AIG also added that Police Force is important to maintain law and order, protecting citizens, and ensuring national security and strength.

His words; “The Federal government should invest more in the Police Force and the welfare of its Personel and retired officers”.

AIG Olatoye Durosinmi flanked by wife, families and friends

 

“What we have seen among our serving Personel and retired officers is not encouraging, and I will like the authorities to address these flaws as quickly as possible.

“The situation where what they receive inadequate must be looked into, good amenities should be provided so they do not suffer premature deaths. Many retirees are still strong and can contribute to the nation’s growth.”

AIG urged the general public to make policing easy for the Personel for national interest and safety of all.

He added, “Policing in Nigeria may appear strenuous and tasking, but the significance of the police as facilitators or initiators of change cannot be underestimatd or overstated”.

“It is disheartening that personnel of the Nigerian police Force who travel abroad return home with concerns.
The Police Force requires advanced technologies to enhance performance and yield results”.

 

AIG Olatoye Durosinmi

“Many were called, but few were chosen. I am grateful to my mentor, Tafa Balogun who guided me . I also appreciate Inspector General of Police , Mr Kayode Egbetokun who gave me the opportunity to serve as AIG. My years in the Police have been marked by opportunities as I moved across the nation.”

“The podium is built in honour of the IGP Kayode Egbetokun, IGP Egbetokun has done so much for the force and deserved more honors and accolades.

“Police and media have symbiotic relationship. The podium can be used to take lots of photographs and as memorials of IGP efforts in the Nigeria Police Force. He added.

It would be recalled that AIG Olatoye Durosinmi Pull-Out ceremony took place at Ikeja Police College.

AIG Olatoye Durosimi, Mr Project unveiled IGP Kayode Egbetokun Photo Podium at Zone 2, his Retirement/ 60th birthday Party, at the Island Club, where Men of timber and caliber attended occasion.

 

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