The city of Inongo, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, was recently the scene of a special commemoration organized by the Congolese National Police (PNC) in anticipation of the end-of-year festivities. During this event, the Provincial Commissioner of the PNC, Dengamo Karawa Louis Second, stressed the importance of discipline and respect for the sovereign mission of the police.
This celebration was marked by a solemn parade presided over by the Provincial Commander, during which he reminded the police forces of their duties towards the population. He also provided instructions on the security measures put in place to ensure peace and serenity during the end-of-year festivities.
During his speech, the Provincial Commissioner expressed his concern about the police brutality and violence that can occur during arrests. He stressed the need to respect the dignity of each individual, emphasizing that arrest should not necessarily be synonymous with brutality. He cited a recent incident involving a provincial deputy to illustrate his remarks and urged police officers to exercise restraint and professionalism in carrying out their duties.
Since protecting the population and its property is an essential mission of the police, the Provincial Commander stressed the importance of supporting the population so that the new year begins under the best auspices.
This commemoration was therefore an opportunity for the PNC to reaffirm its commitment to the safety and well-being of citizens, while reminding police officers of the importance of discipline, respect and dignity in carrying out their duties. This is a crucial reminder to ensure the smooth running of the end-of-year festivities and to ensure a climate of trust and tranquility within the community.
In conclusion, this commemoration highlighted the commitment and professionalism of the PNC police officers in Inongo, underlining the importance of responsibility and ethics in the exercise of law enforcement functions.