The Police Service Commission (PSC) has reiterated its commitment to building a professional, transparent, and community-focused police force, inspired by the advocacy and legacy of the late Chief Innocent Chukwuma, founder of CLEEN Foundation.

Speaking at the fourth Posthumous Memorial and third Impact and Legacy Annual Lecture in honour of Chukwuma, PSC Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu (Rtd.), represented by DIG Taiwo Lakanu (Rtd.), emphasised that Chukwuma’s unwavering advocacy for police reform, community policing, and human rights remains a guiding principle for the commission.

“As chairman of the commission, I am reminded daily of Innocent’s contributions. His advocacy for police reform, community-centered policing, and human rights continues to shape our efforts in building a police service that prioritises professionalism, transparency, and the people,” Argungu stated.

He noted that Chukwuma’s vision was not just about policies but about officers serving with integrity and citizens demanding accountability.

“His legacy compels us to ask: how do we honour such a life? By ensuring his ideals outlive him,” he said.

Argungu stressed that bridging the gap between communities and law enforcement, amplifying marginalised voices, and ensuring justice for all must remain at the forefront of police reforms.

He assured CLEEN Foundation and the Innocent Chukwuma Empowerment Foundation of the commission’s unwavering partnership in advancing these ideals.

“We must continue to walk the path Innocent charted, turning his vision into action. Let us be inspired to make the personal political to lead with courage, empathy, and an unyielding commitment to the common good,” he added.

The PSC chairman further described Chukwuma as a symbol of conviction, emphasising that his work with CLEEN Foundation redefined the relationship between citizens and law enforcement.

“He showed that trust and collaboration, not fear or force, are the bedrock of effective policing.

“Security is not the exclusive domain of institutions but a shared responsibility between the people and those sworn to protect them,” he said.

The event, jointly organised by CLEEN Foundation and the Innocent Chukwuemeka Chukwuma Empowerment Foundation, brought together key stakeholders committed to sustaining Chukwuma’s vision of police reform and justice.