CP DAAOR VISITS OBA OF BENIN, HAILS 10 YEARS OF PEACE, CULTURAL LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE

CP DAAOR VISITS OBA OF BENIN, HAILS 10 YEARS OF PEACE, CULTURAL LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE

The Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, CP Patrick Daaor, psc, mnips, has paid a courtesy visit to His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku’Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, CFR, the Oba of Benin, at the Royal Palace in Benin City.

In a press release signed by ASP Eno Ikoedem, ANIPR, the Police Public Relations Officer Edo State Command. 2 October, 2026. The visit provided an opportunity for the Commissioner and members of the Command Management Team to familiarize themselves with the Palace while extending warm felicitations to the revered monarch on the occasion of his 10th Coronation Anniversary.

The anniversary marks a decade of the Oba’s reign, characterised by efforts towards the preservation of Benin’s rich cultural heritage, promotion of unity and service to the Benin Kingdom and humanity.

During the visit, CP Daaor acknowledged the significant role played by the Palace and traditional institutions in promoting peace, unity, responsible citizenship and harmonious coexistence across Edo State.

The Commissioner also sought the continued support and partnership of His Royal Majesty in strengthening security and enhancing effective community-police relations throughout the state.

CP Daaor assured the monarch of the Edo State Police Command’s unwavering commitment to intelligence-led policing, proactive crime prevention and sustained engagement with traditional rulers, sister security agencies and communities in the collective effort to protect lives and property.

Receiving the Commissioner and his entourage, His Royal Majesty graciously expressed his goodwill and continued support for initiatives aimed at sustaining peace, security and harmonious coexistence in Edo State.

The Commissioner expressed profound appreciation to the Royal Father for the warm reception and invaluable support extended to the Police Command and the people of Edo State.

The Edo State Police Command congratulated Oba Ewuare II on his 10th Coronation Anniversary, wishing the monarch continued wisdom, good health and a fruitful reign in service to the Benin Kingdom and humanity.