CP Agbaminoja tasks port police on discipline, warns against social media misconduct

The Commissioner of Police, Ports Authority Police (Western) Command, CP Oluwatoyin Agbaminoja, has cautioned personnel against the misuse of social media platforms, stressing that any online activity undermining the professionalism and the image of the Force will not be tolerated.

The commissioner gave the charge during her maiden visit to the Area Command, Western Ports, on Tuesday where she reminded officers to strictly adhere to the Nigeria Police Force Social Media Policy.

She noted that maintaining the image of the force is paramount to sustaining public trust and internal discipline.

The visit is part of ongoing efforts by the CP to familiarize with formations under her jurisdiction and strengthen operational effectiveness.

During the visit, CP Agbaminoja was received by the Area Commander, Western Ports, ACP Sunday Adeyeri and senior officers of the command before proceeding to inspect key facilities, interacted with officers and assessed ongoing security operations within the Western Ports axis.

Addressing the officers, the CP emphasized the importance of professionalism, discipline, inter-agency collaboration, and intelligence-led policing in safeguarding port facilities, critical national assets, and maritime operations.

She charged personnel to remain vigilant, proactive, and committed to the Nigeria Police Force’s mandate of protecting lives and property, particularly within the sensitive port environment.

CP Agbaminoja also reiterated her commitment to personnel welfare, capacity building, and sustained engagement with stakeholders to enhance security across the ports and waterways.

The Area Commander, ACP Sunday Adeyeri on behalf of officers and men, expressed appreciation for the Commissioner’s visit, describing it as morale-boosting and reassuring, and pledged the Command’s continued loyalty and support towards achieving the vision of the Ports Authority Police (Western) Command under her leadership.

The visit marks CP Agbaminoja’s continued engagement with formations under the Command, aimed at consolidating gains in port security and ensuring a safe, secure, and conducive environment for maritime and commercial activities.