The Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Benneth Igweh has officially handed over leadership of the Zone 7 Police Command to his successor, AIG Mohammed Gumel. The ceremony, which took place at the Zone 7 Headquarters, was attended by senior police officers, stakeholders, and personnel of the force.
During the handover event, officers praised AIG Igweh for his outstanding leadership, professionalism, and contributions to the command during his tenure. Many described him as a visionary leader who implemented strategic reforms to enhance policing within the zone, which covers the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and Niger State.
In his remarks, the new AIG Mohammed Gumel commended his predecessor’s efforts in ensuring effective crime control and police-community relations within the zone. He expressed his readiness to build on the successes recorded under AIG Igweh’s leadership.
“As I take on this new role, I am keenly aware of the enormous challenges that lie ahead, particularly in the areas of crime prevention, community policing, and public safety. However, I am confident that it’s by working together, this Zone can overcome these challenges and build a safer, more secure and prosperous environment that will be leading others in drastic crime reduction and keeping the population away from the fear of crime. This is my vision for all communities residing in FCT and Niger State which I believed can be realized by working together with honest commitment.
As I reflect on the legacy of excellence left behind by my predecessors, including the current Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun Ph.D, NPM, fomer IGPs Suleiman Abba, Usman Alkali Baba and the current DIG DFA, DIG Bala Ciroma among others. At this point, I’m inspired to pledge that I will build on these legacies and achievements to take the zone to a more greater heights.
To achieve this vision, I pledge to work closely with all stakeholders, including community leaders, traditional rulers, and other law enforcement agencies, to address the security challenges facing our zone. We will leverage on the available technology, prioritize intelligence-led policing, promote community engagement, and collaboration to adequately eliminate fear of crime, prevent and combat crime in all parts of the zonal command”. Gumel said
As he takes over, AIG Gumel is expected to prioritize intelligence-led policing, crime prevention strategies, and closer collaboration with security agencies and community stakeholders to tackle criminal activities in the region.