Inspector General of Police, Merlyn Nachulu Yolamu, has encouraged officers manning border districts to continue providing quality services to the citizenry and also collaborate with neighboring security institutions.
Yolamu made the call today in Mangochi during her visit to Maleta Police Unit while applauding the police unit for maintaining a good relationship with the communities, which has resulted in reducing some of the highest prevalent crimes in the area.
“l’m humbled to visit Maleta, my purpose for visiting was to appreciate and make you feel that you are part and parcel of the organization and don’t think you are here as a punishment” Yolamu alluded.
She encouraged the officers to collaborate with community leaders, utilize their roles, and come up with good community structures in order to continue fighting crimes along the border then inspected the renovation of office and staff houses, which are nearing completion.
However, Officer In-Charge for Maleta Police Unit lnspector Harry Chikuse stressed on mobility and periodic rotation of officers because the area is remote and isolated and was later assured of addressing such challenges by the Inspector General.
Taking her turn, Eastern Region Police Commissioner Miss Violet Magwaya, thanked the IG for visiting the place and made assurity that despite challenges, the officers are hardworking and display good conduct at all times, which is why they coordinate well with members of the community.
Meanwhile Mangochi Police Officer In charge Assistant Commissioner Morgan Dzonzi, Eastern Regional Operations Officer Mr Henleck Chingolo, Assistant Commissioner of Police and Service Administration Officer Mr Joel Makiyi, Assistant Commissioner of Police are some of the senior officers who accompanied the IG.
Source:ImpulseTv
