By Our Security Reporter

The Gombe State Police Command has unveiled a series of community-driven activities to mark the 2026 National Police Day, with a strong focus on strengthening trust and collaboration between citizens and law enforcement.

Commissioner of Police, Umar Ahmed Chuso, announced the lineup during a press briefing at the Command Headquarters in Gombe, describing the initiative as a strategic step toward deepening public confidence in policing.

The 2026 celebration, themed “Community Gombe Police Roll Out Community-Focused Activities Ahead of National Police Day 2026

The Gombe State Police Command has unveiled a series of community-driven activities to mark the 2026 National Police Day, with a strong focus on strengthening trust and collaboration between citizens and law enforcement.

Commissioner of Police, Umar Ahmed Chuso, announced the lineup during a press briefing at the Command Headquarters in Gombe, describing the initiative as a strategic step toward deepening public confidence in policing.

The 2026 celebration, themed “Community Partnership: Building Trust,” aligns with the vision of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, who has emphasised people-centered policing nationwide.

According to the Commissioner, the programme will commence on Monday, March 30, with a sanitation and cleaning exercise around the Gombe Emir’s Palace, alongside a medical outreach aimed at providing free healthcare services to residents.

Activities will continue on Tuesday with a walkathon designed to promote physical fitness and solidarity between police personnel and the public.

On Wednesday, the Command will hold sensitisation programmes at the Federal College of Education (Technical), Gombe, focusing on critical issues such as electoral violence, ballot snatching, and road safety compliance.

The fourth day will feature the presentation of cheques to families of fallen police officers, in recognition of their sacrifices and service to the nation.

CP Chuso noted that the events are not only ceremonial but also serve as platforms to engage directly with the public on safety, accountability, and shared responsibility in crime prevention.

“The celebration provides an opportunity to strengthen the bond between the police and the community, which is essential for effective policing,” he said.

He called on residents, community leaders, and stakeholders across Gombe State to actively participate in the activities, stressing that public cooperation remains key to achieving lasting security.

The grand finale of the National Police Day will hold on April 7 at Eagle Square in Abuja, where top government officials, security agencies, and other stakeholders are expected to converge.

The Gombe State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to professionalism, transparency, and community-oriented policing as it joins the rest of the country in commemorating the annual event.Partnership: Building Trust,” aligns with the vision of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, who has emphasised people-centered policing nationwide.

According to the Commissioner, the programme will commence on Monday, March 30, with a sanitation and cleaning exercise around the Gombe Emir’s Palace, alongside a medical outreach aimed at providing free healthcare services to residents.

Activities will continue on Tuesday with a walkathon designed to promote physical fitness and solidarity between police personnel and the public.

On Wednesday, the Command will hold sensitisation programmes at the Federal College of Education (Technical), Gombe, focusing on critical issues such as electoral violence, ballot snatching, and road safety compliance.

The fourth day will feature the presentation of cheques to families of fallen police officers, in recognition of their sacrifices and service to the nation.

CP Chuso noted that the events are not only ceremonial but also serve as platforms to engage directly with the public on safety, accountability, and shared responsibility in crime prevention.

“The celebration provides an opportunity to strengthen the bond between the police and the community, which is essential for effective policing,” he said.

He called on residents, community leaders, and stakeholders across Gombe State to actively participate in the activities, stressing that public cooperation remains key to achieving lasting security.

The grand finale of the National Police Day will hold on April 7 at Eagle Square in Abuja, where top government officials, security agencies, and other stakeholders are expected to converge.

The Gombe State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to professionalism, transparency, and community-oriented policing as it joins the rest of the country in commemorating the annual event.

By Our Correspondent

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has clarified that the controversial N100 million transfer into the personal bank account of Victor Egbetokun, son of the immediate past Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, was made in error and promptly returned.

The clarification followed an online report which alleged that Victor Egbetokun received N100 million from the Anambra State Government (ANSG) security vote account.

Speaking on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television, on Monday, the Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, dismissed the allegation, describing the transaction as a banking error that was immediately corrected.

Hundeyin explained that upon hearing the allegation, he contacted Victor Egbetokun directly to ascertain the facts.

“You would recall when he (Omoyele Sowore) alleged that N100 million was paid into the account of the IGP’s son. I immediately called the young man to find out what had happened, and he explained,” Hundeyin said during the programme.

According to him, Victor noticed the unexpected credit alert and swiftly instructed his account officer to reverse the transaction.

“He said he saw N100 million in his account and immediately told his account officer to reverse the money, which was done. He printed out his statement of account and showed me. The money was reversed,” Hundeyin stated.

The police spokesperson added that the incident compelled Victor to close the affected bank account and file a petition with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), requesting a thorough investigation into the allegation and circumstances surrounding the transfer.

Hundeyin maintained that the funds were returned to the Anambra State Government’s account shortly after the error was detected, insisting that there was no wrongdoing on the part of the former IGP or his son.

The development comes amid heightened public scrutiny of security vote expenditures and financial transparency in public institutions, with many Nigerians demanding accountability from government officials.

As of the time of filing this report, the Anambra State Government has not issued an official statement on the matter.