On Thursday, September 11, 2025, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Maritime Police Command, AIG Chinedu Oko, psc, delivered his inaugural lecture to officers and men of the Command at the Force Headquarters Annex, Obalende, Lagos. The lecture reaffirmed his commitment to professionalism, discipline, and operational efficiency.
In a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Adebayo Rasheed, anipr, AIG Oko emphasized the critical role of professionalism, discipline, and loyalty in executing policing duties within the maritime domain.
He charged personnel to remain steadfast in upholding the core values of the Nigeria Police Force under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, stressing that integrity, dedication, and teamwork remain the foundation for operational success.
The AIG further outlined his strategic direction for the Command, pledging to prioritize personnel welfare, capacity development, and operational support while strengthening collaboration with maritime stakeholders. He reminded officers and men that their role in safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime assets is central to national security and economic stability, particularly within the framework of the blue economy.
The lecture provided a platform to interact directly with personnel, inspire confidence, and set the tone for his administration in the Maritime Police Command.
The Command assures the general public and stakeholders that, under the leadership of AIG Chinedu Oko, psc, it will continue to uphold professionalism, ensure operational efficiency, and remain resolute in its duty to protect Nigeria’s maritime domain.