The Kano State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, today held the Passing Out Ceremony of the Second Batch of 250 Police Officers who successfully completed a One-Month Intensive Combat and Weapon Handling Training.
The ceremony was held at the Parade Ground, No. 9 Police Mobile Force, Hotoro, Kano.
The training was conducted simultaneously at No. 9 PMF, Hotoro and No. 52 PMF, Challawa, in direct fulfillment of the strategic policing vision of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, which prioritizes capacity building, professionalism, and operational readiness of the Nigeria Police Force.
In his Welcome Address, the Commanding Officer, No. 9 PMF Hotoro Kano, ACP Afeez Oyekan, stated:
“I welcome you most warmly to No. 9 PMF on this occasion of the Passing Out Parade of the Second Batch of 250 Police Officers who have successfully completed a one-month Intensive Combat and Weapon Handling Course. For the past one month, these officers drawn from the rank and file have been drilled rigorously at No. 9 PMF and No. 52 PMF.
“They were trained on modern weapon handling, principles of marksmanship, different combat tactics, tactical maneuver techniques, jungle/mab justice response, etc. This initiative underscores the unwavering commitment of the Commissioner of Police to improving the quality of the personnel of the Force for effective service delivery, professionalism, combat-readiness and people-friendly posture in our day-to-day activities in tandem with international best practices.”
The Commanding Officer, No. 52 PMF Challawa, Kano, also delivered a goodwill message, commending the officers for their endurance and discipline throughout the rigorous course. He reaffirmed the readiness of the Command to continue supporting training initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness.
Addressing the graduating officers, CP Bakori commended them for their resilience, discipline, and dedication. He noted that in addition to combat drills, rifle stripping and assembling, and tactical maneuvers, the officers were exposed to lectures on Human Rights, Use of Force and Firearms, Public Relations, Intelligence-Led Policing, IED Recognition and Response, and Community-Based Policing.
Emphasizing the Command’s operational priorities, the Commissioner announced:
“In line with our operational priorities, the 250 officers graduating today will be deployed to border Local Government Areas of Kano State. This strategic deployment is designed to strengthen border security, enhance our presence in frontline communities, and improve our rapid response to distress calls. You are therefore our first line of defense, and I charge you to justify the confidence reposed in you.”
CP Bakori charged the officers to be vigilant, professional, firm but fair, and to respect the fundamental rights of every law-abiding citizen. He stressed that the power of the gun must always be guided by the rule of law and the dignity of the citizen.
He further reiterated the Command’s commitment to continuous capacity building, adding that these in-house refresher trainings will be sustained to ensure every officer is adequately equipped to serve effectively and safely.
The Commissioner appreciated the Department of Operations, the Commanding Officers of No. 9 PMF and No. 52 PMF, the instructors, and the training team for their professionalism. He also thanked the Kano State Government under His Excellency, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, and the good people of Kano State for their continued support and partnership.
Finally, CP Bakori officially declared the One-Month Intensive Combat and Weapon Handling Training for the Second Batch of 250 Officers closed and directed the officers to proceed immediately to their new assignments.
The Kano State Police Command remains committed to providing quality policing, safeguarding lives and property, and partnering with communities to ensure peace and security across the state.
CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, ANIPR, MNISMA FNACSP,
Police Public Relations Officer,
For: Commissioner of Police, Kano State Police Command.
September 1, 2026.