MONROVIA, April 22 (LINA) - Twenty officers of the Liberia National Police (LNP) have returned home following weeks of intensive training in the United States of America.
According to a LNP press release issued here Tuesday, the training covered mobile and foot patrols, community policing, report writing and strategic planning, among other areas.
The release said the training was part of the capacity building program for the LNP organized by the United States government to help the Liberian police force discharge its duties in a more organized and professional manner.
Speaking at a formal program to welcome the officers back home, Police Inspector General Chris Massaquoi thanked the US government for the training opportunity and called on other friendly countries and governments to help build the capacity of the LNP.
"We need more of these trainings to enhance the capacity of our officers for the challenges ahead as the UN Mission draws down," Massaquoi said.
The Liberian Police Chief admonished the officers to use the skills acquired for the good of the Liberian people and nation.
Meanwhile, Inspector Massaquoi is encouraging university graduates to consider joining the Liberia National Police as the police will afford them many opportunities to serve their country.
He said the police administration has reached a decision to increase the salaries of university graduates to encourage others to join the police force.
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