Police Affairs Minister, Senator Gaidam, visits Police Academy Wudil, commends transparent admission process
Story from Liman Goje, PhD, FASLN
The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, recently paid an official visit to the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, in Kano State. The visit focused on assessing the ongoing cadet admission exercise and ensuring the process upholds principles of transparency, merit, and fairness.
During his tour of the academy, Senator Gaidam expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the admission exercise, describing it as a model of efficient and judicious selection. He commended the Commandant, AIG Sadiq Abubakar, for his exceptional leadership and commitment to maintaining integrity and excellence in managing the academy.
The minister highlighted the importance of transparency in the admission process, noting its critical role in building public trust and fostering professionalism within the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). “The integrity of this institution depends largely on how fair and merit-driven its processes are,” Gaidam said. “The youths selected today will become the future leaders of our police force, and their recruitment must reflect the highest standards of fairness and equity.”
Senator Gaidam also observed the screening process firsthand and interacted with members of the academy’s admission committee. He commended the rigorous and systematic approach to candidate evaluation, which includes academic qualifications, physical fitness tests, and background checks. He urged the team to remain steadfast in admitting only deserving and qualified candidates.
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Reiterating the federal government’s commitment to reforming and strengthening the Nigeria Police Force, Senator Gaidam underscored the academy’s pivotal role in producing competent and morally upright officers. “This academy is the cradle of leadership for the Nigeria Police Force, and its reputation must be protected at all costs,” he stated.
In response, AIG Sadiq Abubakar, the Commandant of the academy, expressed gratitude for the minister’s visit and ongoing support. He assured the minister that the academy remains committed to delivering a credible and exemplary admission process. “We understand the enormity of the task before us and are dedicated to upholding the values of discipline, dedication, and patriotism,” the Commandant said.
The visit also allowed the minister to inspect ongoing infrastructural projects within the academy. Senator Gaidam pledged to advocate for increased funding to enhance the institution’s facilities and improve the welfare of both staff and cadets.
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As the cadet admission exercise continues, the minister’s visit reaffirms the federal government’s dedication to fostering transparency and accountability in the recruitment and training of police officers. Senator Gaidam’s emphasis on these values underscores the foundation of a credible and professional police force—a transparent and inclusive recruitment process.
The Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, remains a beacon of excellence in police training, equipping officers to address the evolving challenges of modern policing. With continued support and oversight, it is poised to remain a cornerstone of the nation’s security infrastructure.
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