By Yang Ater Yang<\/p>\n
A three-day training program to enhance the skills of law enforcement officers in conducting interviews, investigating criminal cases, concludes in Lakes state.<\/p>\n
The training also aimed at addressing gender-based violence, improving information gathering and case presentation procedures in court.<\/p>\n
United Nations Police (UNPOL) field office in lakes state organized the training that attracted 50 officers from the Criminal Investigations Directorate.<\/p>\n
Lakes State police representative, Maj. Elijah Mabor Makuac expressed gratitude to the UN for initiating the workshop to build capacity among police personnel.<\/p>\n
He highlighted several challenges facing the police in Lakes State, including economic challenges, the issue of identity cards (IDs), and the issue of police uniforms.<\/p>\n
He said Economic challenges have prevented the police from training and building their own personal capacity.<\/p>\n
Sebit Job, a participant expressed gratitude to UNMISS and the police administration for equipping them with tools to protect citizens’ rights and the nation.<\/p>\n
He underlined that the training was not just a tool but a knowledge that can be used as a weapon to fight.<\/p>\n
The three-day workshop provided valuable training on crime investigation procedures and court proceedings.<\/p>\n
Sebit expressed his desire for similar training to be given to other officers who lack knowledge to help the nation.<\/p>\n
UNMISS coordinator, Kwame Aboagye, expressed satisfaction with the organization of the training and its continued efforts.<\/p>\n
He highlighted the mission of the UN to see South Sudan’s police force as a professional force.<\/p>\n
Aboagye noted that issues such as police uniforms and police identity cards were already being addressed, and he will discuss these issues with the police commissioner.<\/p>\n
He said the UN is committed to providing capacity building for the benefit of the South Sudanese.<\/p>\n
Aboagye promised to continue providing training until the allocated funds are exhausted.<\/p>\n
He encouraged participants to use the knowledge gained from the training to strengthen the police service in South Sudan.<\/p>\n
The UNPOL representative also emphasized that South Sudanese independence could lead to international participation in UN missions and combating conflicts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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