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The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, on Wednesday hosted a dinner in honor of participants of Course 34 of the National Defence College, who are currently on a study tour of the state. The event, held in Lokoja, aimed to strengthen inter-agency collaboration and promote synergy in tackling the security challenges facing Nigeria today. It was part of ongoing efforts to foster cooperation between different security agencies across the country. In his remarks, CP Kankarofi highlighted that the dinner demonstrated the Command’s dedication to fostering cordial relationships with sister security agencies, especially in areas such as knowledge-sharing and operational coordination. He emphasized the critical importance of unity and cooperation in addressing the complex and evolving security landscape in Nigeria. The National Defence College study tour brought together senior officers from various services and sectors to enhance their strategic understanding of Nigeria’s security environment and governance structures at the sub-national level. Read Also: Lt. A.M. Yerima: Young Navy Officer Rising to National Attention CP Naziru Kankarofi Leads On-The-Spot Assessment of Adogo Train Derailment Meet Rear Admiral Idi Abbas From Kano, Nigeria’s New Chief of Naval Staff Also in attendance were senior police officers, members of the NDC delegation, and other invited dignitaries.CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi is the 40th officer to lead the Kogi State Police Command, succeeding CP Miller G. Dantawaye, who has been redeployed to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command. This was confirmed in a statement released in Lokoja by CSP William Ovye Aya, Police Public Relations Officer of the Kogi State Police Command.A native of Kano Municipal Local Government Area, Kano State, CP Bello brings over 30 years of distinguished service to his new role. He began his career on June 10, 1994, when he joined the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police following his training at the Police Academy in Wudil, Kano State. An accomplished and versatile officer, CP Bello holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Political Science (Combined Honours), a Bachelor of Laws (LLB, BL), and a Master of Laws (LLM). He is currently pursuing a Doctorate (PhD) in Law. Throughout his career, CP Bello has served in various command, operational, and administrative roles in multiple states. His previous assignments include Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to the Governor of Kwara State (1999–2003), Squadron Commander of the Police Mobile Force in Kano, Bauchi, and Rivers States, and Area Commander in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State (2019–2022). He has also held senior leadership positions at Zone 1 Headquarters in Kano and Zone 3 Headquarters in Yola.CP Bello is a graduate of the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Jos, having completed the Senior Executive Course (SEC) 46/2024. His professional development includes numerous tactical and leadership training programs such as the Combat Operations Course, Tactical Leadership Course, and Strategic Command Course. Kankarofi is a member of several reputable associations, including the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Muslim Lawyers Association of Nigeria (MULAN), and the National Institute of Police Studies (MNIPS). CSP William Aya described CP Bello as a disciplined, professional, and innovative officer whose effective crime-fighting strategies have resulted in improved security outcomes in his previous commands. He stated that CP Bello is well-positioned to build on the successes of his predecessor while introducing new initiatives to enhance policing and public safety in Kogi State.  

The Commissioner of Police in Kogi State, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, has visited the site of a train derailment incident in Adogo, Kogi State. The visit took place on Sunday, November 9, 2025. According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP William Ovye Aya, the police chief conducted an on-the-spot assessment of the situation, met with officials of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) and passengers who were stranded as a result of the incident. Read Also: CP Kankarofi Visits Governor Ododo, Reaffirms Commitment to Peace and Security in Kogi CP Kankarofi has deployed security personnel to safeguard lives and property, and has also overseen the evacuation of all passengers to Ajaokuta station. Additional security has been deployed to secure the derailed coaches. The police chief has reaffirmed his commitment to safeguarding lives and property in the state, and has pledged to work in synergy with other security agencies to ensure the safety of citizens. The motive behind the visit was to assess the situation and ensure that adequate measures are put in place to prevent further incidents.

The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Police Command, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, has paid a courtesy visit to His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, the Executive Governor of Kogi State. This was conveyed in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP William Ovye Aya, and made available to journalists on Thursday. The visit, which coincided with that of the Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), focused on strengthening collaboration between the State Government and the Police Command to ensure peace, security, and community development across the state. Read Also: Zone One Headquarters Hails Promotion of DCP Kankarofi to Commissioner of Police During the meeting, CP Kankarofi commended the Governor for his continued support to the Police and other security agencies in Kogi. He also briefed the Governor on recent security initiatives, crime-prevention strategies, and upcoming community-policing programmes. The Police Commissioner further highlighted key areas of mutual interest such as intelligence sharing, synergy among security agencies, and joint efforts to curb violent crime in the state. In his response, Governor Ododo reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to supporting law enforcement agencies and pledged full backing for the implementation of security policies aimed at maintaining peace and order in Kogi State. Both leaders expressed optimism that the strengthened partnership between the State Government and the Police would foster a safer and more prosperous environment for the citizens of Kogi State.

The immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Governor of Kano State, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, CON, has paid a condolence visit to the Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Usman Ododo, over the death of his father, Alhaji Ahmed Sani Ododo. The late Alhaji Ododo passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025. Dr. Ganduje described the death as an irreplaceable loss not only to the Ododo family but to the entire people of Kogi State. Related: Ganduje Condoles APC Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda Over Mother’s Death “I extend my deepest sympathies to His Excellency Governor Usman Ododo, his family, and the people of Kogi State during this challenging period. May Almighty Allah (SWT) grant the departed eternal rest in Al-Jannah Firdaus and provide solace to the bereaved family to bear this irreparable loss,” he said. Dr. Ganduje was accompanied during the visit by his former Chief of Staff, Comrade Muhammad Garba; Managing Director of Jama’are River Basin, Engr. Rabi’u Sulaiman Bichi; Hon. Farouk Lawan; Architect Aminu Dabo, among others.