Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has assumed office as the 47th Commissioner of Police at the Kano State Command.
SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the Command’s spokesperson, in a statement on Monday said CP Bakori takes over from the former Commissioner who was promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG).
According to the statement, CP Bakori, a seasoned police officer with over 28 years of service, brings a wealth of experience to his new role.
Born on 6th February 1969 in Katsina Local Government Area of Katsina State, he enlisted into the Nigeria Police Force on 15th August 1996 as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police and trained at the prestigious Police Academy Wudil, Kano.
He holds a PhD in Peace and Conflict Studies from Nassarawa State University, Keffi, a Master’s in Peace, Conflict and Strategic Studies, from Kaduna State University as well as a Master’s degree in Public Administration from the University of Abuja.
The new CP also attended several professional courses, including the Police Mobile Force Operation Course, Advance Detective Course, and Strategic Leadership and Command Course.
Notably, CP Bakori has had the privilege of traversing more than 25 countries across Africa, Asia, and Europe, broadening his understanding of global policing strategies and best practices.
Throughout his illustrious career, CP Bakori has served in various capacities, including O/C Patrol and Guard, Akwanga Division, Nassarawa Command, Divisional Crime Officer, Lafia & Doma Divisions, Nassarawa Command, Aid-De-Camp (ADC) to the Hon. Speaker, House of Representatives, Staff Officer Junior, Department of Operation, Force Headquarters, Abuja, Escort Commander to First Lady, Federal Republic of Nigeria, 24 PMF, Presidential Escort, Unit Commander / 2ic Squadron Commander / Commanding Officer, 45 PMF, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Others are 2ic Anti-Kidnapping & Political Matters Division & O/C Monitoring Unit CID, FCT Command, Chief Superintendent of Police, ‘A’ Police Mobile Force, Headquarters, Abuja, Commanding Officer, 17 PMF, Akure, Principal Staff Officer I and II to the Inspector-General of Police, Assistant Commissioner, Criminal Investigation Department, Rivers & Bayelsa State, Assistant Commissioner, Special Protection Unit (SPU), Force Headquarters, Abuja, Commander, Bayelsa Joint Task Force, Operation Doo Akpo, Bayelsa, and Commissioner of Police, Homicide, Force Criminal Investigation Department, Abuja.
“As he assumes duty, CP Bakori has pledged to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of all residents in Kano State.”
CP Bakori called on the public to cooperate with the police and provide useful information to aid in the fight against crime.
The Kano State Police Command calls on the public to extend maximum support and cooperation to the CP in his quest to make Kano safer and secure.
