CLEEN Foundation, Akwa Ibom State Police Command Forge Stronger Ties for Justice Reform, Women, Peace & Security Agenda.
By Raymond Enoch.
In a bold stride toward deepening justice sector reforms and fortifying peace and security structures in Akwa Ibom State, the CLEEN Foundation has strengthened its partnership with the Akwa Ibom State Police Command for the effective implementation of the Administration of Criminal Justice Law (ACJL) and the advancement of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda.
On Friday, the Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, received a high-powered delegation from CLEEN Foundation and the State ACJL Working Group during a courtesy visit to the Command Headquarters in Uyo.
Leading the delegation, Mr. Peter Maduoma, Acting Executive Director of CLEEN Foundation, expressed deep appreciation to the Commissioner for his sustained collaboration with justice sector stakeholders and commended the Command’s pivotal role in enhancing criminal justice delivery in the state.
Maduoma explained that the visit formed part of CLEEN Foundation’s continuous engagement with law enforcement institutions to strengthen partnerships for the seamless and effective implementation of the ACJL — a vital framework designed to promote fairness, transparency, and efficiency in criminal justice administration.
He particularly lauded the Commissioner’s approval for police participation in a five-day capacity-building workshop organized by CLEEN Foundation with support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy. The training, which brought together police officers, law enforcement agents, and other justice sector stakeholders, focused on deepening knowledge and practical application of the ACJL in Akwa Ibom State.
“The training has not only built the capacity of participants but has enhanced the practical application of the ACJL in Akwa Ibom State,” Maduoma remarked.
In his response, CP Baba Mohammed Azare commended CLEEN Foundation for its consistent contributions to policing reforms and justice sector development across Nigeria. He recalled his early association with the organization during the Community Policing Partnership Project in Kano State in 2003 and praised its enduring impact in promoting public safety, accountability, and community trust.
The Police Commissioner described CLEEN Foundation as a trusted partner in advancing justice, peace, and community security. He urged the organization to sustain and expand its capacity-building programs to benefit not only police officers but also other law enforcement agencies and the wider public.
Looking ahead to the upcoming governorship elections, CP Azare encouraged CLEEN Foundation to consider organizing a “Violent-Free Election Summit” in Akwa Ibom State. He said such a platform would bring together politicians, political parties, civil society organizations, the media, and security agencies to promote peaceful, credible, and inclusive elections.
“A Violent-Free Election Summit will go a long way in curbing electoral violence and promoting a culture of peace and accountability in our democratic process,” the CP emphasized.
The courtesy visit concluded on a cordial and optimistic note, with both institutions reaffirming their shared commitment to strengthening the justice system, promoting peace, and advancing inclusive governance through strategic partnerships with the Nigeria Police Force and other justice actors.
As Akwa Ibom continues to emerge as a model for effective justice administration and gender-inclusive peacebuilding, the renewed collaboration between CLEEN Foundation and the Akwa Ibom State Police Command stands as a defining step toward a more just, peaceful, and secure Nigeria.
