*AIG Gyogon Augustine Grimah, Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 10, Sokoto, embarks on a familiarisation tour of the Sokoto State Police Command, in Sokoto State of Nigeria

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As part of his official duties, AIG Gyogon Augustine Grimah, PSC, FCAI, Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG), Zone 10, Sokoto, April 24, 2025, embarked on a familiarisation tour of the Sokoto State Police Command, in Sokoto State of Nigeria.

DSP Uthman Muhammad Yaqub, amioro, Zonal Police Public Relations Officer, in a statement, said the Commissioner of Police, Sokoto State Command, CP Ahmed Musa, PSC, who delivered a welcoming address, warmly received AIG Grimah on arrival.

CP Musa highlighted the structure, challenges, and strategic importance of the Command.

He also noted that the Sokoto State Police Command was established in 1976 and currently comprises four area commands and thirty-one Divisional Headquarters.

According to CP Musa, the Command hosts MOPOL 7, which is headed by an Assistant Commissioner of Police. the command is significantly overstretched.

The Police Commissioner further stressed the strategic location of the Command, which shares borders with Zamfara, Kebbi, and the Niger Republic.

By virtue of its location, the Command exposed to various security threats, including banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery, rape, housebreaking, and other criminal activities, stated CP Musa.

Despite these challenges, he said the Command had remained committed to continuous training and retraining of personnel and takes pride in hosting the Zonal Headquarters.

He reaffirmed the Command鈥檚 resolve to seek the continuous guidance, advice, and support of the AIG in addressing the prevailing security issues.

In his address, AIG Grimah commended the efforts of the Command and advised on the efficient utilisation of available resources to combat security threats effectively.

He further addressed critical issues affecting the performance and integrity of the Force, including Upholding discipline across all ranks, eliminating illegal detentions and unauthorised investigations, and ensuring proper documentation through accurate entries.

He also noted others include promoting professionalism in both on duty and off duty conduct, Preventing human rights abuses, Enhancing supervision and conducting regular visiting rounds, and Correcting improper dressing, especially the wearing of mufti without name tags or force numbers.

The AIG of Police Zone 10, Sokoto further stated that maintaining strict custody and accountability for arms and ammunition, Adhering to social media policies and professional codes of conduct, Prioritising general welfare and regular medical checks, and Deepening knowledge of the operational environment are challenges.

The statement added the visit underscored the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to reinforcing professionalism, improve operational standards, and strengthen the fight against crime in Sokoto State, and the Zone at large.

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