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A group of 240 ‘Officer Cadets’ (OC) attending the seventh cadet intake at the Police Training School in Gishari, Rwamagana District, visited Parliament on March 25 and interacted with lawmakers on how to better understand and enforce national laws to reinforce peace and harmony in the country.
The Cadets were received by Member of Parliament Evariste Kalisa, who took them through the role of lawmakers in fostering a peaceful society, and how an effective partnership between them and Police can build a foundation for sustainable development.
“It is paramount that Officer Cadets get to understand the important laws in our society, so that they can perform their work professionally on the basis of knowledge and quality skills. When you understand the laws, you have to also sensitize our communities and teach them these laws,” Kalisa said.
He also reminded the OCs that the peace and safety Rwandans enjoy today was achieved from selfless values of patriotism – and must be upheld by patriotic officers willing to serve with integrity and professionalism.
“This country requires patriotic men and women willing to perform their work diligently. Rwanda National Police has over the years produced exemplary officers who have promoted peace and justice. As Officer Cadets, you are required to uphold the credible name of the institution.”
During the discussions, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) David Rukika, Chief Instructor at the Police Training School, said that such study tours are aimed at equipping aspiring officers with the necessary knowledge aimed at improving their efficiency while implementing Police mandate.
“The experience Cadet Officers get when interacting with different categories of leaders in society will ensure that they implement their work on a knowledge-based basis. They also have the duty of transmitting this knowledge to the society, in a bid to cement the concept of Community Policing,” CSP Rukika said.
One of the Officer Cadets, Ronald Kazungu, said the tour is crucial in enlightening what is required of them in a partnership manner.
He noted that discipline and cooperation and teamwork are the guide to professional officers and quality services to fend off society challenges and maintain the country’s image.
Meanwhile another batch of 208 OCs also visited the East African Granite Industries in Nyagatare District where they were explained on the role and importance of businesses in the national economic development agenda.
