NATIONAL POLICE DAY: Western Ports Authority Command Marks Maiden Edition

The maiden edition of the National Police Day is here. The Ports Authority Police (Western) Command under the leadership of CP Olanrewaju Olawale Ishola, has joined the Force headquarters, other formations, and state commands to commemorate the week long celebration commencing on 2nd April 2025 with activities around Apapa and its environs culminating with a grand parade and procession at the Eagle’s Square, Abuja on 7th April 2025.

This was contained in a statement by the ASP Isaac Hundeyin , Police Public Relations Officer, Ports Authority Police (Western) Command, Apapa Lagos on Wednesday.

The National Police Day celebration is a platform for the Nigeria Police Force to be celebrated, engage closely with the community, display it’s operational readiness while appreciating the selfless service of its officers and men in keeping the country safe, some of whom have paid the supreme price in the line of duty.

According to Hundeyin, activities to mark the week long celebration include town hall meetings with relevant stakeholders at the command headquarters and security sensitization exercise.

Others event lined up include- walk from Apapa Port main entrance to the Tin Can island Port, cleanup of designated areas around Apapa and its environs, and a medical outreach to General Hospital, Apapa.

CP Olanrewaju Olawale Ishola was quoted appreciating all critical maritime stakeholders for their cooperation in ensuring the nation’s ports are safe for businesses to thrive.

He encourages all port users to continue to support the command in reporting all suspicious activities while strictly adhering to all extant laws and safety precautions.