The Nigeria Police Force has commenced a five-day capacity-building programme aimed at strengthening professionalism, ethical conduct and people-centred policing among officers serving in Anambra State.
The training, themed Strategic Police Conduct, Emotional Intelligence, Human Relations, Communication Skills and Attitudinal Change, was formally declared open in Awka on Monday by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun. He was represented at the opening ceremony by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Finance and Administration, Anambra State Command, DCP Ngozi Ezeabata.
According to a statement issued by the Anambra State Police Command Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the programme is taking place at the Trig-Point Hotel Hall, Awka, and is sponsored by the Police Trust Fund. It is scheduled to run until 23 January 2026.
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Participants in the programme were drawn from various departments and formations within the Anambra State Police Command. They are undergoing intensive sessions designed to enhance operational effectiveness through modern policing strategies, emotional intelligence, effective communication and positive behavioural transformation.
Speaking on behalf of the IGP, DCP Ezeabata emphasised the importance attached by the police leadership to emotional intelligence, sound human relations and effective communication in contemporary policing. She noted that these competencies are critical to building public trust, strengthening police–community relations and ensuring the professional and efficient discharge of duties.
She further observed that the evolving nature of security challenges requires officers to possess not only technical expertise but also the right attitudes, ethical orientation and interpersonal skills to engage the public responsibly and professionally.
The Anambra State Police Command expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police and the Police Trust Fund for facilitating the programme, describing it as a timely and impactful intervention expected to significantly enhance security operations and service delivery in the state.
Resource persons at the training are engaging participants in sessions on conflict management, ethical policing, leadership development and attitudinal change, with a strong emphasis on professionalism, accountability and respect for human rights.
The programme reflects the Nigeria Police Force’s broader commitment to continuous capacity development and the transformation of policing practices in line with global best standards and community expectations.