The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has paid tribute to Inspector John Jerome Abena, who died during the operation that rescued abducted schoolchildren in Oyo state, describing him as a “hero” whose sacrifice in service to the nation would never be forgotten.
Receiving officers who participated in the operation, the IGP praised their courage, professionalism, and resilience, noting that the successful rescue was achieved despite the dangers encountered during the mission.
“The gathering is not just to celebrate the success of the operation but to honour Inspector John Jerome Abena and every officer who risked his life to save others,” Disu said.
He disclosed Friday that several officers were also injured during the operation and assured them of the Force’s unwavering support.
He said, “We will not leave them behind. Officers who sustained injuries are receiving treatment in our hospitals, and where additional medical care is needed, we are paying to ensure they get the best possible treatment.”
The police chief vowed that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to support the families of officers who die in active service, stressing that the era of neglect was over.
“It will not be like in the past when officers died and nothing was heard about them. We will continue to take care of the families of our fallen officers because their sacrifices can never be repaid,” he said.
Disu also commended the Chief of Defence Staff, service chiefs and other security agencies for the seamless collaboration that made the rescue possible.
“We have all realised that we are serving one nation. No security agency is more important than another. We will continue working together, training together and fighting insecurity together,” he said.
NCAT boss seeks additional support from FG on funding (5th)
By Moh Bello Habib
Zaria
The Rector, Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Dr. Danjuma Isma’il Adamu, has requested for more support from the federal government to be able offer more courses and generate more revenue.
He made the plea in an interview with journalists in Zaria on Friday, pointing out that if the school had adequate funding, it would be able to maintain or service its aircraft that aren’t functional.
The Rector said the school has more 15 training aircraft, but only one out four or six were serviceable, “which is one of the Institution’s many challenges.”
Adamu further said adequate funding would make the college generate revenue if international foreign participation from the neighbouring countries like Chad, Cameron, Niger come for training.
He, however, thanked the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration for the support to the college so far
