The Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has called on indigenes of the state currently training at the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State, to embody the highest standards of discipline, integrity, and professionalism.
The Governor gave this charge during a meeting in Calabar with the students, who were represented by the Special Assistant to the Governor on Student Affairs, Joseph-Kelvin Enyam. The cadets were in the state capital for their mandatory academic attachment, a key prerequisite for their graduation from the prestigious academy.
In a statement released on Thursday by Mr. Enyam, Governor Otu emphasized that the students are carrying the weight of the state’s reputation on their shoulders.
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“The conduct and performance of our students will significantly shape the image and reputation of Cross River State at the national level,” the Governor remarked. He encouraged the cadets to remain steadfast in their pursuit of excellence, noting that their roles within the Nigeria Police Force would place them in positions of immense responsibility where ethical conduct is non-negotiable.
Governor Otu further highlighted that their individual professional standards would serve a dual purpose: advancing their personal careers while simultaneously projecting Cross River as a pillar of excellence within Nigeria’s security architecture.
Reaffirming his administration’s “People’s First” agenda, the Governor assured the students that the welfare of Cross River indigenes studying in various institutions across the federation remains a top priority.
“Our administration remains committed to providing the necessary assistance to ensure our students succeed in both their academic and professional pursuits,” Otu stated.
As a practical demonstration of this support, the Governor provided a transport subsidy to facilitate the students’ return to Wudil, Kano State, for the continuation of their training. He also expressed his intention to personally attend their passing-out parade later this year, describing the graduating cadets as “ambassadors of the state” whose service will contribute significantly to national development.
The cadets, who are in the final stages of their training, have now concluded the academic attachment component of their program in Calabar as they prepare for their upcoming graduation and commissioning into the Force.
