NEWLY appointed Inspector General of Police – IGP, Kayode Egbetokun says he will make community policing work.
Egbetokun made the promise as he assumed office at the Force Headquarters, Abuja on Wednesday.
He warned police officers that he won’t tolerate abuse of office, corruption and misconduct, saying commensurate stiff punishment awaits erring officers.
The IGP also said that he will soon reveal his strategies and tactics to secure the country and protect Nigerians from all forms of security challenges including banditry and gunmen attacks.
Egbetokun said the salaries of constables recruited some time ago are already being looked into, adding that the salaries, arrears and allowances will be paid by month end.
He said that every law-abiding citizen will be brought on board in the fight against crime under his watch.
