Ouagadougou:The sixth annual conference of Police Commissioners commenced on Wednesday in Ouagadougou, aiming to enhance the National Police's effectiveness amidst evolving security threats. The conference, themed "The Popular Progressive Revolution, Lever for Reform of the National Police Adaptability, Challenges and Prospects," seeks to align police operations with the current security needs and public expectations.

According to Burkina Information Agency, Minister of Territorial Administration and Mobility, Emile Zerbo, emphasized that the true measure of security lies in results and public trust, rather than merely stated intentions or reforms. He urged National Police officials to use the conference as a platform to generate concrete, reality-based recommendations.

The Minister highlighted the necessity for police officers to meet adaptability, performance, and leadership standards. He stressed the importance of implementing government directives into actionable measures, promoting better coordination between defense and security forces, and fostering trust between the police and the community.

Inspector General Thierry Tuina, Director General of the National Police, described the conference as a statutory entity for consultation, evaluation, and strategic reflection. The event aims to assess the institution's achievements and shortcomings and identify opportunities for improvement.

The conference agenda includes an opening speech by Minister of Communication, Culture, Arts and Tourism, PingdwendE Gilbert OuEdraogo, followed by three panels discussing the police's evolution within the Popular Progressive Revolution, territorial networking, technical and scientific innovations, and emerging security phenomena.