The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 6 Headquarters, Calabar, AIG Rashid Afebua, psc, mnips, mspsp, today, Monday, 14th September 2026, paid an official visit to the Akwa Ibom State Police Command Headquarters, Uyo, where he interacted with officers and men of the Command and provided strategic guidance on effective policing, discipline and operational excellence.
A statement signed by the command public relations officer DSP Timfon John said the visit formed part of the AIG’s supervisory engagement with formations under Zone 6 and provided an opportunity for direct interaction with personnel, assessment of the Command’s operational posture and reinforcement of the professional standards expected of officers of the Nigeria Police Force.
Receiving the AIG and his entourage, the Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, fsi, warmly welcomed the distinguished police officer and described the visit as significant and timely.
The Commissioner highlighted the Command’s efforts in tackling kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism, drug-related offences, violent crimes and other emerging security challenges through intelligence-led operations, proactive policing, visibility patrols, community engagement and collaboration with sister security agencies.
Addressing the officers and men, AIG Rashid Afebua, psc, mnips, mspsp, commended the personnel for their dedication and urged them to remain disciplined, professional, courageous and responsive in the discharge of their duties.
The AIG also commended the Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, fsi, for his leadership of the Command and the strides recorded in maintaining peace and security across Akwa Ibom State. He acknowledged the Command’s operational efforts and encouraged the CP to sustain the momentum while continually improving on areas requiring greater attention.
He stressed that effective policing goes beyond physical presence, noting the importance of credible intelligence, strategic deployment, proper supervision and timely response in preventing and combating crime.
The AIG also cautioned officers against conduct capable of undermining public confidence in the Police, including corruption, indiscipline, abuse of authority and other forms of unprofessional behaviour. He urged commanders at all levels to lead by example and maintain effective supervision over personnel under their command.
He further called for stronger collaboration with sister security agencies, traditional institutions, community leaders and other stakeholders, stressing that sustainable security requires effective partnership between the Police and the communities they serve.
With the country approaching another electoral season, the AIG reminded personnel of their responsibility to remain politically neutral, fair and professional, while providing a safe and peaceful environment for all lawful political activities.
The engagement also afforded officers and men the opportunity to receive professional guidance directly from the Zone 6 leadership and further reinforced the principles of discipline, integrity, respect for human rights and service to the nation.
In his response, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, fsi, expressed appreciation to the AIG for the visit and for the valuable interaction with personnel. He noted that the engagement provided the Command with further strategic direction and professional insight.
