Okino noted that younger officers are particularly prone to these behaviors, which are compromising their financial stability and job performance and urged the officers to exercise caution.
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SSP Cyprian O’Kino the deputy Commissioner for Community Policing Addressing Police Officers at Arua CPS Hall on Friday.
Police officers in North West and
West Nile region have been warned against engaging in multiple relationships
and loans from money lenders. This was sounded by the deputy
Commissioner for Community Policing Senior Superintendent of Police Cyprian O’Kino,
during a visit to the two regions.
Okino noted that younger
officers are particularly prone to these behaviors, which are compromising their
financial stability and job performance and urged the officers to exercise
caution. "Every relationship carries financial obligations, settle
with one partner and avoid the risks of multiple affairs that can lead to
getting HIV besides Each child brings added responsibility", he said.
He also condemned promiscuous
behavior among both male and female officers, warning of the professional and
personal consequences, including rising debt and strained workplace
relationships.
Okino Cyprian further encouraged
the officers to live within their financial means, stressing that poor
lifestyle choices could have long-term effects on their careers and personal
lives.
His visit was part of a broader
community policing effort, including outreach programs in refugee settlements.
Latif Zaake the Regional Police Commander of West Nile emphasized on the need to uphold discipline and improved
welfare of officers for better performance.
“Discipline and welfare of officers are
very essential in promoting professionalism in police force,” Zaake stated.
Joseph Mwesige the North
West Regional Police Commander during a visit to Bidididi and Palorinya refugee
base camps urged the refugees to report any cases involving police and other
security personnel but advised them to desist from domestic violence and warned
against drug abuse.
