The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dan Munyuza, on Sunday, Febuary 13, visited the Rwanda National Police (RNP) Special Intervention Force (SIF) and challenged the officers to continue to be defined by their professionalism towards sustainable safety and security of people living in Rwanda and their property.
IGP Munyuza was received at SIF unit headquarters in Kimironko, Gasabo District, by the Commanding Officer, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Bertin Mutezintare.
While addressing the officers, IGP Munyuza said that the responsibilities of Special Intervention Force must be elaborated in action by every officer attached to the unit and to beware of their impact to the national security and development.
The Police Chief reminded the officers to continue training and to always be ready and equipped with the required skills to confront any security threats.
“Training must be continuous to move with the evolving security environment so as to remain ahead to effectively counter the emerging security challenges like terrorism. As the security environment continue to evolve, you must also dominantly keep improving your skills to overcome any kind of threat to security and the wellbeing of the people,” IGP Munyuza emphasized.
He reminded the officers to avoid any form of malpractice such as corruption due to its ill-effects to the national economic development and security.
“Put the national interests over personal interest, be defined by discipline, resilience and patience. Avoid any malpractice in particular corruption, which affect the image of the force and the country in general, and hinders the national security and economic development. This is why RNP adopted a zero tolerance doctrine against graft as a frontline law enforcement institution,” IGP Munyuza explained.
He further urged them to work and support the people, respect the rule of law and to avoid negligence or any other behavior that can tarnish the RNP image.(End)