By Odita Sunday
The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Samuel E. Erale has commended the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA) for its role in supporting police families, noting that the patience and understanding of officers’ wives contribute to their husbands’ morale and commitment to duty.
Erale gave the commendation when the Chairperson of POWA, Delta State Chapter, Mrs. Samuel Etaifo Iyabo, led members of the association on a courtesy visit to the Command Headquarters in Asaba.
According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, Delta State Command, SP. BRIGHT EDAFE, the police commissioner acknowledged the demands of policing and the challenges they place on officers’ families, stressing that the encouragement and stability provided by their spouses are important to the effective discharge of police duties.

He urged members of the association to remain steadfast in supporting their husbands, noting that patience, perseverance and mutual understanding are essential to sustaining strong police families.
During the visit, Mrs. Samuel Etaifo Iyabo expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu,for his strength and wisdom in continuing to lead the Nigeria Police Force.

She also commended the National POWA Chairperson, Mrs. Mutiat Olufunmilola Disu, for her visionary and inspiring leadership.
Iyabo reaffirmed the association’s commitment to improving the welfare of police families, empowering women, promoting the wellbeing of children and contributing to community development.
