In line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police on zero tolerance for corruption, upholding the rule of law, and ensuring respect for the human rights of all citizens, the Kano State Police Command, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, sfipma, mnim, mnips, masis, has intensified efforts to entrench professionalism and discipline across all formations within the Command.
Between 1st and 26th October 2025, the X-Squad team – charged with monitoring police officers’ compliance to professionalism, led by ACP Ugwuodo Chika, conducted a comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation exercise in some Divisional Police Headquarters and Area Commands in the Command. This exercise was carried out under the directives of CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori to assess compliance with the Inspector-General’s standards on professionalism, discipline, and human rights observance.
The exercise focused on key operational areas, including:
– General cleanliness of police facilities (cells, toilets, premises, etc.).
– Proper keeping of police registers (Station Diaries, Routine Diaries, Prisoners’ Lock-Up Registers, Crime Diaries, Arms Movement Registers, etc.).
– Rights and welfare of detainees to prevent over-detention.
– Officers’ adherence to dress codes, alertness while on duty, and compliance with anti-corruption and human rights directives.
– Conduct of Police Officers posted at traffic duties and strategic locations.
General efforts were observed; however, areas requiring significant improvement were pointed out across the Divisions. The X-Squad team also addressed the issues on-site, by providing lectures to officers on professionalism, discipline, and respect for human rights. Officers were reminded of the Inspector-General’s zero-tolerance policy on bribery, corruption, and the improper handling of civil matters, as well as the prohibition of arrests by proxy.
In a follow-up meeting held today, 27th October 2025, at the Command Headquarters, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori met with supervising officers to emphasize discipline as the foundation of the Nigeria Police Force. The CP commended the efforts of officers in combating crime and maintaining public safety while urging them to remain dedicated, professional, and disciplined in their duties. He also directed Departmental Heads and other supervising officers to pass these principles down to their subordinates, remarking that the exercise by the X-Squad Section is going to be a continuous one, across all the formations in the Command.
The Commissioner of Police reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to strengthening its internal monitoring mechanisms to address unprofessional conducts and uphold the highest standards of policing. He reminded the officers that management and leadership are crucial to achieving success and also emphasized that professionalism and respect for human rights remain top priorities for the Command.
The Kano State Police Command expresses its gratitude to the good people of Kano State for their continued support and cooperation in maintaining peace, safety, and security across the State.
SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, ANIPR, MNISMA,
Police Public Relations Officer,
For: *Commissioner of Police, Kano State Police Command.*
*Date: 27th October 2025*