Kano Police Pledge Accountability and Community Engagement in Strategic Meeting

The Kano State Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to professional, transparent, and community-focused policing in line with directives from the Inspector-General of Police (IGP).

On May 11, 2026, the Commissioner of Police, Kano State, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, convened a strategic meeting with all supervising officers at the Command Headquarters in Bompai. The meeting focused on reviewing operational strategies, reinforcing discipline, and aligning the Command’s activities with Force Headquarters’ guidelines.

In his address, CP Bakori conveyed the IGP’s appreciation to officers for their dedication, sacrifice, and the measurable progress achieved in crime prevention and management across Kano State. He highlighted recent successes in intelligence-led operations, arms recovery, and rapid response as evidence of improved coordination and professionalism at the supervisory level.
CP Bakori issued specific directives to officers to:
Uphold accountability and integrity in all operations, aligning with the IGP’s vision.

Strengthen community policing through regular engagement with traditional rulers, religious leaders, youth groups, and civil society organizations.

Make decisive, professional decisions while resisting external influences and respecting human rights.

Maintain discipline and exemplary conduct as custodians of public trust.

Mentor junior officers to eliminate unprofessional conduct and ensure quality service delivery.

He emphasized that community policing is central to modern law enforcement and encouraged officers to be accessible, courteous, and respectful in all public interactions.

CP Bakori warned that any officer found guilty of unprofessional conduct, extortion, or abuse of power would face strict disciplinary measures. He reaffirmed that diligence would be rewarded, and misconduct sanctioned.

The Commissioner concluded by urging Kano residents to continue cooperating with the Police by providing timely and credible information to support proactive policing.

The Kano State Police Command remains dedicated to protecting lives and property, maintaining law and order, and building a safer Kano for all.