The Abuja Federal Capital Territory Police Command Public Relations Officer, Superintendent of Police (SP), Josephine Adeh has emerged as the 2024 IGP Public Relations Officer of the Year.
SP Adeh was honoured at the 2nd Nigeria Police Awards and Commendation Ceremony held on Wednesday night in Abuja.
The Abuja PRO came tops in a competitive list of nominees that included SP Ikenga Tochukwu (PPRO of Anambra State Command) and DSP Chinaka Chioma (PPRO, Abia State Command).
Reacting to the honour, SP Adeh expressed happiness at being awarded the prize.
She said, “I feel very happy. I’m overwhelmed and emotional this evening.
“I wasn’t expecting this, but I’m glad I got it. This recognition shows that the Inspector Inspector General of Police, IGP and indeed the world is watching our efforts. It’s a motivation that hard work is not going unnoticed.”
Adeh dedicated the award to the media and to her senior colleagues who have mentored her journey.
She said, “I dedicate this award to you, the media – you pushed me to this level.
“To the Force PRO, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, and especially DIG Frank Mba, thank you. I promise to do more. To whom much is given, much is expected. I’ll keep giving my best and won’t disappoint the IGP or the Nigeria Police Force.”
Prior to her 2021 appointment, Adeh was the second-in-command for Strategic Communications at the Force Public Relations Department.
The award winning Adeh is an Associate Member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations. She is also a member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
Adeh has also completed the Advanced Detective Course at the Police Staff College, Jos.