Retired Deputy Inspector General of Police, Taiwo Lakanu, has been touring traditional palaces in the South-West to raise awareness about the ongoing police recruitment exercise. His visit to Alapomu Palace in Osun State was part of this initiative. Lakanu, chairman of the Committee on all Police Matters and representative of the Southwest in the Police Service Commission, was accompanied by senior police officers from the Osun State Command.
The police recruitment exercise is ongoing, and Lakanu provided accurate information about its timeline, eligibility, physical screening, aptitude tests, and medical examination to the community. The visit aimed to demonstrate the Police Service Commission's commitment to building strong relationships with traditional institutions.
Oba Kayode Adenekan Afolabi, the traditional ruler of Apomu, has pledged to encourage his people to spread awareness about the recruitment. He also promised the support and cooperation of his community in promoting peace, law, and order.
The Police Service Commission's efforts to engage with traditional rulers are a step in the right direction. However, the real test lies in the commitment of these institutions to supporting the police recruitment exercise. The people of Apomu and other communities in the South-West will be watching closely to see if Oba Afolabi's words translate into action. The success of this recruitment exercise depends on the collaboration between the police and local communities. If this partnership fails, it will undermine the efforts of the Police Service Commission to build a more effective and efficient police force.
