Citizen Journalism, National Police Chief Asks For Quick Staff To Adapt

National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo. (Rizky A-VOI)

JAKARTA - National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo asked all his staff to adapt to the times, one of which is related to citizen journalism.

According to him, citizen journalism is a form of social control by the community regarding the performance of the Police.

"I think now the phenomenon of society being part of the citizen journey. I think this is a new phenomenon that of course makes the Police must be able to adapt quickly," Sigit told reporters, Wednesday, July 17.

With the phenomenon of citizen journeynalism, it is hoped that the Police can continue to grow. Sigit also said that he would open the widest possible space for criticism, suggestions, and input.

So, all things that are done can be useful for the community.

"We are not anti-criticism to create a modern Polri in accordance with the expectations of the community," said Sigit.

Not only that, the National Police will also cooperate with Kompolnas, especially as external supervisors. So, it can prevent abuse of authority by members of the police.

"And also not only that, all relevant stakeholders who have the authority to supervise and provide input from the National Police, of course, we open the space as much as possible to provide input, including the community," said Sigit.