Kwara Police Enhance Combat Readiness with Training

The Kwara State Police Command has successfully concluded a two-week combat operations training program for 112 junior police officers, which included 30 corporals and 82 constables. The training, held at the Police Training School in Ilorin, focused on enhancing tactical capabilities and operational readiness to effectively address security challenges across the state.

The program included intensive practical sessions and classroom-based training, covering skills such as firearm handling, combat craft, rescue operations, tactical movement, and engagement rules. The initiative is part of an ongoing capacity-building drive led by Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu.

During the closing ceremony, Police Commissioner Adekimi Ojo expressed satisfaction with the improvements in discipline and coordination displayed by the officers throughout the training. He emphasized the importance of continuous professional development to enhance public safety and combat crime in the state.