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In recognition of Governor Mallam Umar A. Namadi of Jigawa State’s outstanding commitment to peace, security, and inclusive governance, the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) has formally confirmed him as the National Patron of the organisation.
According to Alhaji Mogaji Ibraheem Olaniyan, the PCRC National Chairman, the conferment is historic, as Governor Namadi becomes the first sitting governor to be named the national patron in the 42-year history of the committee. He described the honour as a reflection of the governor’s exceptional leadership and unwavering support for community policing and security collaboration.
The conferment took place on Monday during a courtesy visit by a high-powered delegation, led by the national chairman to the Government House in Dutse. The visit followed his arrival in the state ahead of the PCRC State Election and the National Leadership Training Exercise.
Speaking during the visit, Olaniyan explained that the engagement was to formally notify the Governor of the organisation’s scheduled programmes in Jigawa State, deepen institutional collaboration, and seek sustained partnership with the state government in advancing community-based security initiatives.
He commended Governor Namadi for the visible developmental strides recorded under his administration, particularly in promoting peace, stability, and social cohesion across the state.
The national chairman also acknowledged the longstanding relationship between the PCRC leadership and the Jigawa State Government, including Rt. Hon. Haruna Aliyu, the Speaker of the House of Assembly, described them as dependable partners in progressive governance and security advocacy. He appealed for increased government support for PCRC activities, including assistance with operational funding and the provision of official vehicles to enhance mobility and operational efficiency.
In recognition of the governor’s leadership and consistent support for security and community policing, Alhaji Olaniyan formally decorated Governor Umar Namadi with the PCRC National Patronship Award, thereby conferring on him the prestigious status of National Patron of the Police Community Relations Committee—a milestone in the organisation’s four-decade history.
Responding, Governor Namadi expressed deep appreciation for the honour, describing the PCRC as a critical stakeholder in Nigeria’s security architecture. He noted that the organisation has a clear understanding of security policies and the imperatives of community policing, adding that it remains a worthy partner in national development and security management.
The Governor pledged his unwavering support for the ideals and objectives of the PCRC and assured the organisation of his administration’s readiness to collaborate in promoting peace, security, and harmonious coexistence across Jigawa State and beyond.
The visit also featured the presentation of copies of Societal Concerns Magazine to the Governor by Ambassador Oluwapelumi Oluwayomi, a PCRC member from Lagos State and veteran journalist, symbolising the organisation’s commitment to public enlightenment and advocacy.
Members of the delegation included senior PCRC national and state officers from Jigawa, Kano, Taraba, and other states.
The courtesy visit and historic conferment underscore the PCRC’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with government authorities and stakeholders in support of the Nigeria Police Force and the promotion of community-driven security solutions nationwide.
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