In a continued drive for proactive policing and enhanced security, the Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, has vowed to make the State a “no-hiding-place” for unrepentant criminals and their activities.
CP Giwa made the declaration on August 4, 2025, during the Command’s monthly Strategic Policing Conference at the Senior Police Officers’ Mess, Agbani Road, Enugu. The meeting brought together senior officers, including Deputy and Assistant Commissioners of Police, Divisional Police Officers, and heads of formations, sections, and tactical squads.
Charging the officers to remain dedicated, vigilant, and results-driven, the Commissioner stressed the need for collective commitment to rid the State of criminal elements. He also directed immediate preparations and proactive strategies for policing during the fast-approaching “Ember Months” season, warning that negligence or unprofessional conduct would not be tolerated.
A key highlight of the conference was the decoration of 28 newly promoted officers. While congratulating them, CP Giwa reminded them that promotion is not merely a reward but a call to higher responsibility, with discipline, leadership, and accountability as non-negotiable expectations.
Among those decorated was David Adio Alalade, previously Acting Deputy Commissioner in charge of the Department of Finance and Administration, now promoted from Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP). Also honoured was Bonny Odufu, Officer in Charge of Transport, who rose from Superintendent of Police (SP) to Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP). Four other officers advanced from Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) to Superintendent of Police (SP), while 22 officers were elevated from Inspector to Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP).
Speaking on behalf of the honourees, DCP Alalade expressed gratitude to the Inspector-General of Police for recommending the promotions, the Police Service Commission (PSC) for approval, and the Commissioner for his exceptional leadership. He pledged that they would uphold the values of the Force and carry out their duties with integrity and renewed zeal.
