Africa-Press – Namibia. PEACE, safety, and security are integral constituents for the development of a nation and the well-being of its citizens, while violence, unrest, and crime are impediments to any nation’s developmental objectives, said President Nangolo Mbumba during the graduation ceremony of police cadet constables at Oshakati on Monday.
President Mbumba said that police officers are not only the guardians of peace and security but also key role players in Namibia’s economic development. “For these reasons, I would like to congratulate each and every one of you for successfully completing the Police Basic Training Course. Today, you are joining a very important Government organization that strives to improve the personal safety and national security of the Namibian nation,” he said.
The president said the graduands should take pride in their profession and uphold the reputation of the Namibian Police Force as brave, patriotic, disciplined, and impartial enforcers of Namibian laws. “I have no doubt that you will deliver and carry out your duties to the best of your ability,” he said.
The President noted that since independence, Namibia has established an enviable reputation as a haven of peace and security, a country in which citizens and visitors can live, work, and play without fear and anxiety. “Unfortunately, of late, we are witnessing a rise in serious crimes such as murder, armed robberies, burglaries, assaults, drug abuse, rape, and violence against women and children. As new graduates, you must swiftly suppress and prevent crime and lawlessness from gaining a foothold in our society. You should ensure that criminal elements do not destroy what our heroes and heroines fought and died for. As true patriots, you should cherish the country we call home and protect its people by preventing criminals from finding rest, peace, or shelter in any corner of Namibia. Crime is an enemy of our people; therefore, root it out wherever it shows its ugly head in our country,” he said.
President Mbumba said that 2024 is “the year of expectations and elections” where police officers are called upon to remain vigilant at all times so that once more, Namibians can go to the polls and partake in free, fair, and democratic elections “as we are used to since our independence”.
He expressed gratitude to the commanders of the Ruben “Danger” Ashipala and Pius Joseph Kaundu Police Training Centres, and the entire management and instructors, for ensuring that the 1,060 graduates of the 2023/24 intake are well-trained to international standards of professional police officers.
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