The Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Administration and Personnel, DCG Jeanne Chantal Ujeneza, on Friday, October 16, 2026, presided over the pass-out ceremony for 208 officers who completed the three-month Police Station Commanders Course (PSCC) at the Counter Terrorism Training Centre (CTTC) in Mayange, Bugesera District.
The graduates included 198 officers from the Rwanda National Police (RNP) and 10 from the Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB), forming Intake 04 of the course. The training aimed to strengthen the officers’ leadership and management skills to improve police station command and service delivery.
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Ujeneza Emphasises Professional Police Leadership
Addressing the graduates, DCG Ujeneza said the skills acquired during the training were essential for effective police leadership, particularly at the community level, where policing begins.
she said: “Over the past 12 weeks, you have undergone learning in areas central to effective station command. These competencies form the foundation of professional police leadership, especially at the community level where policing begins,” .
She reminded the graduates that their conduct and decisions would directly influence public confidence in law enforcement. She urged them to uphold discipline, lead by example and ensure accountability in their daily responsibilities.
she said: “Discipline must remain at the core of everything you do. Without discipline, even the best training loses its meaning. Lead by example, uphold the values of your institution, and ensure that the officers under your command emulate the same standards.”
Graduates Urged to Strengthen Community Policing
DCG Ujeneza also called on the graduates to strengthen community policing and partnerships with the public.She stressed that transparency and prompt, professional responses to incidents are essential to maintaining public trust and ensuring safety.
She said: “Remember that a Police Station Commander is a leader, a problem-solver, a guardian of the law, and a servant of the community,” The course is intended to equip police station commanders with the leadership and management competencies needed to oversee officers effectively, work closely with communities and improve the delivery of policing services.
