Akwa Ibom gets new police commissioner

Baba Mohammed Azare has been appointed as the 34th Commissioner of Police (CP) in Akwa Ibom State.

According to a statement by the Akwa Ibom State Police Command Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, the new CP, a native of Bauchi State, has a strong academic background, holding a BA in Mass Communications and two Master’s degrees in Public Policy and Crime Management from Bayero University, Kano.

Throughout his career, Azare has served in key police departments including Administration, Investigation, Operations, and Specialized Units. Notably, he served as the Police Public Relations Officer in Kano for seven years and worked with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

DSP John added that Azare is known for his dedication, excellent communication skills, and zero tolerance for corruption.

The statement read: The statement reads in parts: “Some of the places he has served include all the major Departments of the Nigeria Police Force, such as Administration, Investigation, Operations and Specialised Units.

“He served as a Detective in General Investigation Section of the Criminal Investigation Department (State CID) Kano, and later in the Anti-Fraud Section of the same Department of the Command.

“He was then redeployed to serve at the State Traffic Office of Kano State Police Command, during which the metropolis enjoyed free flow of traffic at their busy and hitherto congested traffic points, especially during festivities.

“Following his distinguished performance in the various offices he served, his excelling relationship with members of the public, and proficient communication skills, CP Baba Mohammed Azare fsi was posted as the Kano State Police Public Relations Officer, where he was retained for about seven years.”

Azare is married with children.