BENIN CITY – The Assembly of Benin Aborigines, a socio-cultural organization with headquarters in Benin City has sent a congratulatory message to the Acting Inspector General (IG) of Police, Mr. Solomon Arase over his recent elevation.
The group in a statement made available to The NIGERIAN OBSERVER newsmen in Benin City said the appointment has proven that hard work, diligence and honesty do not go unrewarded.
The statement was signed by Prince Solomon Ebuwa, Prince Francis Omo-Osunde Iyasere, Barrister Osamwonyi Osagiede and Chief Edward Igbinidu, Chairman, General Secretary, Media Director and Vice Chairman respectively.
According to the group, Arase’s enviable record of service and academic excellence have shown that the elevation was long over due, describing him as “a remarkable man, a true officer and a gentleman in every sence.”
While praying to God that the incoming administration recognizes and values these qualities, for which Arase have been reputed, the group expressed gratitude to President Goodluck Jonathan for giving him the opportunity to serve Nigeria in the capacity of Acting IG.
“It is therefore the sincere plea of the Assembly of Benin Aborigines to all Nigerians and officers of the Nigeria Police Force to give maximum support and cooperation to the new Inspector General with a view to taking Nigeria Police Force to enviable heights,” the group added.
Inspector-General of Police, Mr Solomon Arase
