IGP Munyuza made the call on Saturday, December 4, while officially closing a six-day workshop for 106 Police officers on “community policing approaches” held at the RNP General Headquarters in Kacyiru.
The workshop was attended by District Police Commanders (DPCs), directors from specialized units and Police station commanders.
The third intake covered various aspects of proactive policing including force discipline, strategic Police leadership, role of RNP in promoting gender equality, role of social media in crime prevention, stress management and counselling, counterterrorism strategies and crime prevention, among others.
IGP Munyuza reminded Police officers that discipline, hard work and visionary command are the key to professional services impacting sustainable security.
He added that police officers should be characterized by ideological clarity and avoid any temptations that may lead to lack of professional qualities that define an efficient Police officer.
“RNP officers in particular commanders, should always have an ambition to work better, build capacity, detect and fight any temptation that may lead to failure such as bribery, drunkenness, negative thoughts, and other inappropriate behaviors,” IGP Munyuza said.
He reminded them to exhibit moral values, avoid selfish practices, prioritize national over individual interests and contribute first to the institutional development as well as that of the country and security.
“Place general interests first and set by example. The moral values, team work and sacrifice you implement will be portrayed by the results of your service delivery. With the knowledge and skills you have acquired, think of how your command and leadership can create impact to the national security and development in areas of your responsibility,” IGP Munyuza said.
He urged them to be defined by empathy, collective understanding and contribute to the improvement of people’s welfare.
The Police Chief appealed to them to share the acquired knowledge and skills with their subordinates to improve performance.
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