Acorda envisions safer Philippines in 2024

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Police chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. has acknowledged the commitment and sacrifices of PNP officers, emphasizing their role as the “cornerstone of a safer and more secure Philippines.”

In his New Year’s Day message yesterday, Acorda expressed gratitude for the dedication and collective strength demonstrated by PNP members in 2023.

He commended the resilience displayed by the police in the face of unprecedented challenges in ensuring the safety and well-being of Filipinos.

“You have stood firm and exemplified the true spirit of service, ensuring the safety of our countrymen,” Acorda said.

He urged the public to carry forward the lessons of 2023.

Acorda called for fostering unity, cooperation and understanding among the diverse communities in the pursuit of a safer and progressive nation.

Success, he said, lies in the ability to work together, transcending differences and embracing the diversity that defines the Philippines.

Acorda encouraged PNP personnel to handle the challenges of 2024 with positivity and determination, and serve the country with integrity.