 Now, the Lagos State Police Command has called for cooperation and support from members of the public in the fight against crime. Commissioner of Police Abildo Alabi Mithas Appeal at the Quarterly State Holders Forum on Police Accountability, an award organised by the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre, RULAC. Justine Akadoyi tells us more. Over the years, Jihaz has been a disconnect and mistrust between the police and members of the public stemming from lack of accountability to harassment among others. However, the Lagos Police Boss Abildo Alabi is here to speak on community engagement upon this year for effective police performance. He encourages information sharing from the public as it would build trust and confidence. There's a need for police partnership with members of the community for proper police and effective policing. It says that crime prevention cannot be holistic. Without input from members of the community, there's no way we can actually prevent crime without having input, without working in synergy with members of the community, as critical stakeholders. The CEP identifies fear and reluctance on the part of the public as challenges. It is quick to advise residents to reach out to senior officers in their localities, assuring that their anonymity would be protected. As this cuts most towards effective policing, RULAC welcomes disciplinary measures taken against airing offices but underscores the need to address the root causes of police misconduct and reward for outstanding and exemplary performance. I congratulate you all who are receiving this award. And please, when you get back to your workplace, whatever you have done to deserve this award, please use it in a multiplier effect to touch your colleagues. Poor pay and grossly inadequate working and living conditions are identified as causal factors for corruption and violence in the Nigeria police force, while government is tasked to ensure better funding, outstanding officers are rewarded for exemplary performances. Justin Akadone, Plus TV News Lagos. Please do subscribe to our YouTube channel and don't forget to hit the notification button so you get notified about fresh news updates.