The Nigeria Police Force, Kogi Command, and the Correspondents Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists have pledged commitment to strengthening existing police, media relations to foster stronger collaboration and enhance accurate reporting of police activities.
This was disclosed during an engagement between the Commissioner of Police, Kogi Command, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, and the Correspondents’ Chapel led by its Chairman, Mr. Segun Salami, at the command’s headquarters in Lokoja on Wednesday.
In his remarks, the CP commended the media for its role in shaping public perception and ensuring accountability.
He urged them to remain professional in their duties, noting that their role is critical in building a safer Kogi State.
The CP assured them of the command’s open-door policy and accessibility, while urging journalists to maintain professionalism in their reports and promote harmony in the state.
He reiterated his unwavering commitment to strengthening the relationship between the police and media in the area of information sharing.
“I urge you to sharpen your power of observation and report any suspicious activities and movement for prompt action, adding that security is a collective responsibility and all hands must be on deck if we must achieve a safe and secure society,” he said.
He further emphasised the need for establishing and maintaining strong relationships with journalists, media outlets, and other stakeholders, stressing that “effective media relations are vital for the command to maintain a positive image, secure public support, and showcase its achievements.”
The CP outlined notable achievements since he assumed office, including the arrest of 582 suspects comprising 157 kidnappers, 192 armed robbers, 28 homicide suspects, 38 for unlawful possession of firearms, 7 for rape, 6 cultists, and 168 others. Other successes include the dismantling of criminal networks and the rescue of kidnapped victims.
Firearms recovered include eight AK-47 rifles, one AK-49, seven locally made pistols, 11 Dane guns, 407 rounds of live ammunition, 10 magazines, a Beretta pistol, seven live cartridges, one Sharon car, and two Bajaj motorcycles.
He assured all that the command is ever determined to sustain collaboration with the chapel, stressing that such a partnership is vital for enhancing accurate reporting of incidents in the state.
In his remarks, the Chairman of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists, Mr. Segun Salami, commended the leadership style of the Commissioner of Police, noting that the engagement will foster a stronger working relationship between the police and the media, build mutual trust, strengthen security–media relations, and promote societal harmony.
He further disclosed that the chapel remains committed to supporting the efforts of the police in the fight against crime and criminality in the state.
He stressed that the engagement offered an opportunity for the chapel to strengthen its level of collaboration with the command, ensuring accurate reporting of police activities and incidents.
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