WHEREAS, it has become necessary to re-organize the federal police to enhance its capability of fulfilling its mission of ensuring the observance of the Constitution of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and laws enacted in accordance with the Constitution, and thereby play its part in the national efforts to build democratic system, maintain peace and enhance development;
WHEREAS, it has become necessary to ensure that the federal police institution maintains its impartiality towards political parties, serve the public equally, maintain strict police discipline and deliver efficient and quality services;
NOW, THEREFORE, in accordance with Article 55(1) of the Constitution of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, it is hereby proclaimed as follows: