Yesterday, Minister of State for Police Affairs, Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim, announced that the police high command would comply with President Bola Tinubu’s directive to withdraw police personnel from VIP security duties.
Additionally, they will work on implementing a community policing strategy.
She conveyed this information during a two-day management retreat held at the Ministry of Police Affairs in Abuja.
Emphasizing the critical state of the Nigeria Police Force and the Ministry of Police Affairs due to prolonged neglect hindering their constitutional duties, the minister pledged the ministry’s commitment to align its efforts with the President’s vision. They aim to contribute to revitalizing and enhancing the effectiveness of the NPF.
Suleiman-Ibrahim said: “The Police Inspectorate Department, in particular, should evolve its operations to focus on robust monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning.
‘’Reports must be factual, practical, and evidence-based, and serve as critical tools for enhancing police performance.
‘’It must champion the review of the curriculum of the training institutions to ensure they are reflective of the evolving landscape of law enforcement, incorporating contemporary practices and international standards.
“The Police Service Department has multifaceted responsibilities and must rise to the occasion by ensuring administrative optimization, making sure that relevant policies and procedures for the police are in place and up to date while also fostering the adoption of cutting-edge technology.
‘’It must be at the forefront of efforts to ensure we evolve an intelligence-led, technology-driven, inclusive, and community-based police force in Nigeria.
“The Planning, Research, and Statistics Department must position itself as a knowledge hub, providing historical insights and conducting cutting-edge research to inform policymaking.
’By fostering partnerships with renowned research institutions and staying current with global trends, this department will play a vital role in shaping evidence-based strategies for the Nigerian Police Force.
“As you are aware, our key mandates include developing and implementing a harmonized police reform report, amending the Police Act, executing Mr President’s directive on the withdrawal of police personnel from VIP security duties, and developing a community policing strategy, amongst others.
‘’We must not see these mandates as mere tasks but as transformative initiatives that can enhance internal security in Nigeria.”
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