FCT police chief assures privacy in officers’ mental health checks
The Commissioner of Police in the Federal Capital Territory, Ahmed Sanusi, has reassured officers that their ongoing mental health and medical assessments will remain confidential. The exercise aims to evaluate the health and stress levels of personnel and provide professional advice as needed. Sanusi emphasized that the screenings are not meant to punish or stigmatise anyone. The initiative is set to become a routine part of the command's operations.
What happened
- Ahmed Sanusi stated that the mental health and medical assessment exercise is confidential and focused on officers' wellbeing.
- The assessments are designed to evaluate health status, stress levels, and provide professional medical advice.
- Sanusi said the programme will be continuous, with screenings potentially held bimonthly or quarterly based on medical recommendations.
- The exercise began with the Metro Area Command and will extend to other areas like Life Camp, Kubwa, and Kuje.
- Officers diagnosed with stress-related issues will receive counselling and guidance on stress management.
