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Amb. Engr. Benjamin Kukuru CEO/MD Ebis Hotel and Suites Congratulates Arotu B Pere on the attainment of a new rank of Commissioner of Police (CP)*

*Amb. Engr. Benjamin Kukuru CEO/MD Ebis Hotel and Suites Congratulates Arotu B Pere on the attainment of a new rank of Commissioner of Police (CP)*

Amb. Engr Benjamin Kukuru has congratulated CP Arotu B Pere, an Egbema indigene on his promotion to the rank of Commissioner of Police. I am delighted to felicitate with you on your promotion to the enviable rank of Commissioner of Police by the Police Service Commission. This elevation is a testament to your diligence, dedication, hard work and commitment to serve Nigeria, our fatherland.

I am aware of the numerous challenges faced by officers and men of the nation’s security system, particularly the Nigeria Police Force, NPF. In the face of all these challenges, you excelled and got to the elite corp of the Force.

That you have been found worthy for this promotion by the relevant authorities despite all odds, is highly commendable and your new rank well deserved.

Permit me to say that by your achievements as a Police Officer so far, you have become a source of pride and inspiration to the good people of Egbema Kingdom.

It’s my sincere prayer that God Almighty will continue to preserve you in good health, sound mind and longevity in your patriotic service to our dear native land and mankind.

I wish you hearty congratulations as you climb higher to the top of your robust career in the Nigeria Police Force.

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