By Bashir Hassan Abubakar
It was an evening of encomiums at the Bauchi State Police Headquarters when the command hosted the State Commissioner of Police (CP) Aminu Alhassan to a Valedictory Dinner at the premises of the Headquarters on Wednesday 7th June, 2023, preparatory to his official retirement slated for Thursday 8th June, 2023.
Speakers after speakers took turns in extolling the professional qualities and good virtues of the retiring Commissioner.
Speaking at the well attended Valedictory Dinner, the State Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed said that for once he did not regret working with CP Alhassan, adding that security in the State has improved tremendously during his stint in Bauchi State.
The Governor then said that Bauchi State is grateful for his selfless service and that the State will be waiting for him in retirement.
Represented by the Chairman of Bauchi State Anti Corruption and Public Complaint Commission, retired Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Sani Mohammed, Governor Bala Mohammed then charged the CP to be prepared for higher calling in retirement stressing that, there are more opportunities in retirement even beyond the shores of the Country.
Also speaking the Emir of Bauchi Dr. Rilwanu Sulaimanu Adamu, represented the Galadiman Bauchi, Surveyor Sa’idu Jahun said the State traditional institutions is proud to associate with CP Alhassan, his subordinates and indeed the entire State Police Command for their tireless efforts in stemming the tide of crime in Bauchi State.
The Emir then said that the impeccable ŕesumè of the CP would make him very attractive to a much higher calling in the next phase of his life after retirement.
He then called on him to always avail his services when called upon to do so, saying that the younger generation of officers and personnel needs to tap from his experience to enrich theirs.
In her remarks, the State Chief Judge, Justice Rabi Umar, represented by Justice Muktar Abubakar said the State judiciary has enjoyed good working relationship with the Command under the stewardship of CP Alhassan, saying that “under his watch, no court order has been disrespected. The CJ then wished him well in his future endeavours.
Other speakers during the event include: Security chiefs serving in the state from the military, paramilitary and the police community relations committee (PCRC), where they all gave a glowing testimony on CP Alhassan, especially his quality of team spirit.
Responding in an emotion laden voice, CP Alhassan said that he felt humbled by the kind words of all the speakers and the presence of so many guests from far and near.
The CP then thanked the Nation for giving him the opportunity to serve his fatherland.
He also acknowledged the tremendous support he enjoyed from his immediate family, his superiors in the force, subordinates, relatives and friends that contributed one way or another in the course of his career as security officer.
In a vote of thanks on behalf of the officers and men of the Command, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) in charge of Administration, Rose Chollom said that the Command would sourly missed CP Alhassan, but that the consolation lays in the fact that he has instilled in them the spirit of team work, discipline and dedication to duty.
DCP Chollom, who thanked all invited guests for honouring the command’s invitation, then said that the nation is yet to see the best in CP Alhassan.
Chollom also seized the opportunity to commend practicing journalists in the State for supporting the Command under the CP and also expressed her hope that the relationship will grow from strength to strength.
There were musical and drama interludes that made the event colorful, as well as entertaining.