The Kano State Police Command, in collaboration with the Voluntary Aid Initiative (VAI), has commenced a series of engagements throughout November 2025 aimed at promoting mutual accountability and strengthening police-community relations in the state.
This was conveyed in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, ANIPR, MNISMA, FNACSP, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, sfipma, mnim, mnips, masis.
The initiative is part of the ongoing Police Reform Initiative Project under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, and is currently being piloted in Kano State.
As part of the programme, interactive sessions were held in Rano and Gwale Local Government Areas, bringing together police officers and members of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) to discuss ways of improving collaboration and addressing local security concerns. The meetings also trained PCRC members on their key roles in enhancing trust and cooperation between the police and the public.
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The choice of Rano and Gwale LGAs was informed by the need to rebuild community trust following a previous security incident in Rano and to address emerging issues of youth delinquency and thuggery in Dorayi Babba, Gwale LGA.
To further strengthen police-community engagement, friendly football matches between police officers and youths from both Rano and Gwale LGAs have been scheduled. The initiative aims to promote social cohesion, mutual respect, and positive interaction among security agencies and residents.
Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commended the Voluntary Aid Initiative for its continued support and partnership. He urged members of the public to actively contribute to crime prevention and community safety, stressing that collective responsibility remains key to maintaining peace and stability in Kano State.
The Kano State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to fostering cooperation and trust between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve.