Aftermath of the excellent performance in investigating and
arresting the killers of Cynthia Osokogu, the only daughter of Retired
Major General Osokogu who was killed at a Lagos hotel this year, seven
Police officers who performed the feat, were yesterday awarded the ‘NOA
Civic Recognition Award’ by the National Orientation Agency.
The
seven officers are ACP Damien Okoro, the Area Commander ‘Festac’, DSP
Imoh Gregory, Woman ASP Mariam Ogunmolasuyi, ASP Agbaje Yakubu,
Inspector Edo Joseph, Woman Sergeant Patience Biokoro and Sergeant Frank
Okorobon all of Area ‘E’ Festac, Lagos.
According to the DG,
NOA, Mr. Mike Omeri, the National Orientation Agency decided to initiate
the civic recognition award because Nigerians in various walks of life
and endeavour have been making the nation proud without being recognized
and encouraged.
“A lot of people are quick to say that Nigerians
are bad when something goes wrong but when good things are done or
patriotic feats are achieved, nobody bothers to say well done or thank
you.
“The whole nation was gripped with anger, fear and rage when
this ugly, unfortunate incident occurred. These patriotic officers
stuck out their necks to unravel the mystery. What you did restored
Nigeria to the rest of the civilized world. You also restored some sort
of succour to the family by arresting those that committed the dastardly
act. We also thank the IGP for providing the enabling environment for
you to do the job.
“When people are making such efforts, you must
tell them they are doing well. It is for this reason we are recognizing
you”. In his speech, the IG, Mohammed Abubakar commended the NOA for
the honour done his men saying it has opened a new vista of partnership
between the Police and the agency.
Attributing the feat of
arresting the killers to the policy of transformation sweeping across
the Police Force, the IG said, “I assure you that we will continue to
provide the right leadership and you will continue to see breakthroughs
and successes in our efforts to rid the society of criminals”.
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