Kasungu, June 2, Mana: Commissioner for Central East Police Region, Rhoda Manjolo, has asked police officers in the region to be dedicated and disciplined and forge a cordial relationship amongst themselves in the course of executing their duties.

Manjolo was speaking Thursday during the launch of a K7.5 million Central East Police Region Commissioner’s trophy at Kasungu Stadium.

She said discipline, physical fitness and dedication are crucial traits in a police officer alongside strengthened work relationship. 

Said Manjolo: “This trophy was initiated by our Inspector General Merlyn Yollam to ensure that as police officers we are always physically fit, united and disciplined at all times.

“It is my hope that this sporting competition will promote discipline, unity and physical fitness which are important elements in our work as police.”

The commissioner also courted prospective partners to support the initiative through donation of sporting furniture like balls, boots, among others

Regional Operations Officer for the region Mike Sitolo said the launched trophy will motivate police officers and help them cool off when off duty.

“We are thankful to the Commissioner for this trophy as it will promote good health in us and at the same time keep us busy,” he said.

Among the sports disciplines to be competed in the trophy are football, netball, volleyball and tag of war. Two district finalists will compete at national level at a date yet to be set.

During the launch which was spiced by a march from the regional police headquarters and supported by First Capital Bank, Central East regional football club played against Dowa Police in a match that ended one all draw.

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