NAIROBI, Kenya — Police recruits at the National Police College (NPC) Embakasi ‘A’ Campus participated in a mentorship and capacity-building session aimed at preparing them for the demands of policing through lessons on integrity, professionalism and ethical leadership.
The session brought together senior officers from the National Police Service (NPS) and experienced professionals who shared practical insights on the responsibilities, values and challenges associated with police work.
The mentorship was led by Administration Police Service Chief of Staff James Kamau, alongside NPC Embakasi ‘A’ Campus Commandant Isaac Alimaa.
Senior Officers Mentor Future Police Officers
Other facilitators included Lazarus Opicho, Commandant of the Security of Government Buildings (SGB) and VIP Protection Unit; Haron Nthiga, Director of Complaints and Inspection; Lilian Kanini, Director of Medical Services; Zacharia Mwangi, Deputy Commandant of NPC Embakasi ‘A’ Campus; and Peter Mwangi, Officer in Charge of Parliament Security.
Retired Director of Music Asnath Kithuka and motivational speaker and educator Loise Ngenye also addressed the recruits.
The speakers shared experiences from their careers, highlighting both the operational and personal challenges police officers encounter while serving the public.
Focus on Ethics, Discipline and Public Trust
The facilitators emphasized that professionalism, integrity, discipline and positive engagement with members of the public remain fundamental principles of effective policing.
They encouraged recruits to uphold the highest ethical standards in the discharge of their duties while developing resilience to navigate the pressures associated with law enforcement.
The officers also discussed practical approaches to balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being and maintaining public confidence in the police service.
Call for Patriotism and Continuous Learning
During the session, recruits were urged to embrace values that support both personal development and professional excellence.
They were encouraged to cultivate strong family values, patriotism, integrity and a drug-free lifestyle while committing themselves to lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
The mentorship programme forms part of the National Police College’s broader efforts to equip recruits with the knowledge, skills and ethical foundation required to serve Kenyans effectively and strengthen public trust in the National Police Service.