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Nigeria Police shine in Somalia as AMISOM honours officers

Nigeria Police shine in Somalia as AMISOM honours officers
Nigeria Police shine in Somalia as AMISOM honours officers

It was accolade all through for the Contingent of Nigerian Police officers In foreign mission in Somalia as the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) honoured them for exemplary service.

The 159 officers, who are part of the AMISOM’s Formed Police Unit (FPU), were awarded medals and certificates at a colourful ceremony presided over by Maj. Gen. Fidza Dludlu, the AMISOM Head of Mission Support on January 5.

The event, held in Mogadishu, was also attended by AMISOM Police Chief of Staff, Rex Dundun, the Force Engineer Col. Olugbemi Adeboye Obasanjo and other senior officials.

Gen. Dludlu described the officers as true ambassadors of Nigeria and the African Union, saying the contingent excelled in its role of providing operational support to the Somali Police Force (SPF).

“AMISOM is pleased to note that while performing these duties the members of this unit have been exemplary, diligent, committed and dedicated in their selfless service to humanity and attainment of peace and security in Somalia,” Maj. Gen Dludlu noted.

He observed that the contingent accomplished its duties in total compliance and adherence to the core values of the African Union, which include respect for diversity and team work, integrity and impartiality and efficiency and professionalism among others.

Maj. Gen. Dludlu’s remarks were echoed by Mr. Dundun, who noted that the officers had performed well in their duties, among them, conducting patrols, protecting and securing communities, supporting the SPF in public order management and performing guard and escort duties.

“They exhibited some exceptional duties which included execution of cordon and search operations here in Somalia, leading to several arrests of suspected Al-Shabaab terrorists, in conjunction with other security agencies,” Mr. Dundun said of the officers who have concluded their one year tour of duty.

The Nigerian contingent, he added, was among the first FPUs to not only deploy 160 personnel, in line with a recent decision made by AU’s Peace Support Operations Division (PSOD) but also operate outside Mogadishu, particularly HirShabelle State.

The officers described their tour of duty in Somalia as fulfilling, adding that they were honoured to have played a role in restoring peace and security in the Africa continent.

“I give all the glory to God because when I first landed here on January 8, 2018, I never knew that I would receive this award. I feel blessed,” Inspector Adelaja Oluwadamilare said.

Her colleague, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Alao Aderanti, was equally happy.

“I feel honored that I was one of the officers awarded today. I give all the glory to God for finding me worthy to be one of the recipients, and I equally thank the African Union and the Head of Mission for acknowledging our contribution to peace in Somalia,” said DSP Aderanti.
The Inspector – General of Police Mr Ibrahim Idris during his good will message to the Contingent on their trip to Somalia had charged them to bring pride to not only to the Police but also to Nigerians in general. The IGP was quoted as saying that: ” Nigeria Police have always excelled in their foreign mission. I know we are exemplary figures. I charge you to be good ambassadors and to bring glad tiding to Nigeria “.

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