Kogi CP, DIG Isyaku Mohammed Rally Stakeholders: “Security is Everybody’s Business”
The Kogi State Police Command has charged traditional rulers, youth groups, civil society, and community leaders to take ownership of security as the Command hosted a consultative stakeholders’ engagement with the Force leadership on Monday, 22nd June 2026.
The meeting, held at the Kogi State Police Command Headquarters in Lokoja, brought together the Coordinating Deputy Inspector-General of Police, North-Central Zone, DIG Isyaku Mohammed, FCNA, PhD, the State Security Adviser, traditional rulers, PCRC, NANS, NBA, CSOs, NGOs, youth groups, and senior police officers.
In his welcome address, Commissioner of Police CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc mni, said the visit of DIG Isyaku Mohammed underscored the commitment of Force Leadership to supervision, accountability, and service delivery.
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CP Kankarofi noted that Kogi’s position as the “Confluence State” and gateway between North and South presents both opportunities and security challenges. He said the engagement was convened to foster frank discussions, strengthen police-community partnerships, and explore innovative approaches to crime prevention, intelligence gathering, and public safety.
“Security is a shared responsibility, and it is only through collective commitment and cooperation that we can effectively address contemporary security threats and build safer communities for all,” the CP stated. He assured the DIG of the officers’ loyalty, professionalism, and dedication to the IGP’s vision of a people-friendly, intelligence-led Nigeria Police Force.
Speaking on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Rilwan Olatunji Disu, NPM, DIG Isyaku Mohammed said he was in Kogi to assess the security situation, appreciate officers’ sacrifices, and listen directly to stakeholders’ concerns.
The DIG declared: *“This is Your State – We Will Not Allow Criminals to Take Over.”* He warned that the Police alone cannot secure communities without active public support, and called for vigilance from traditional rulers, parents, religious leaders, and youth groups.
Key directives from the DIG:
1. Share Information Timely: “There is no useless information.” He urged citizens to report suspicious movements, strange faces, illegal firearms, drug trafficking, and kidnapping threats through Police emergency lines. “When information is shared early, security agencies are better positioned to respond swiftly.”
2. Reject Criminals: He warned communities against shielding criminals. “Anyone who protects criminals becomes an enabler of criminality. Do not shelter, feed, or give logistics to them because they are your relatives or neighbours.”
3. Mentor Youths: The DIG cautioned youths against quick-money traps, cultism, cybercrime, and kidnapping. He urged parents, schools, and religious institutions to reinforce moral values and create opportunities for young people.
4. Rebuild Trust: He reaffirmed the IGP’s commitment to professionalism, accountability, and intelligence-led community policing. “Where officers misconduct themselves, we condemn it and take action. Where they serve well, let us acknowledge them.”
“Distinguished stakeholders, the challenges before us are significant, but they are not insurmountable. Together, we can defeat criminality. Together, we can secure our communities,” DIG Mohammed concluded.
The stakeholders’ session ended with stakeholders pledging renewed commitment to partner with the Police for peace and security across Kogi State.
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(DEMOCRACY NEWSLINE NEWSPAPER, JUNE 22ND 2026)
