Police Acquire New Operational Assets, Await Presidential Commissioning
By Anne Osemekeh, Abuja
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) says it has procured new sets of operational assets, and are awaiting their commissioning by the President, Bola Tinubu.
A statement on Tuesday by the Force spokesman, Muyiwa Adejobi, said the procurement of the assets was part if ongoing efforts to increase the operational capabilities of the police force.
Adejobi mentioned such operational assets to include Hilux vehicles, Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs), personal protective equipment (body amour), and anti riot equipment, which “are vital for ensuring that officers are adequately prepared to confront security challenges and to enhance their effectiveness in serving and protecting the public”.
Adejobi further disclosed that as part of a broader initiative aimed at improving personnel welfare, all is set for the commissioning of several ultra-modern police barracks, buildings, and command headquarters by the the IGP. These commissioning are set to take place across various states including Adamawa, Sokoto, Jigawa, Nassarawa, and Katsina.
He said other structures like police stations, Area Command Headquarters and office accommodations are also billed for commissioning in some states, in continuation of the commissioning process to create a supportive working environment for officers while improving their overall well-being.
The Force PRO noted that IGP Egbetokun had previously launched major projects consistent with the goal of enhancing police infrastructure, as well as strengthening the operational framework of the NPF.
“Notable amongst these are the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Center; the Nigeria Police Resource Center; the new Jabi Divisional Police Headquarters; and the new Ogun State Command Headquarters’, Adejobi said.
He reiterated that the NPF “remains dedicated to improving the welfare of its personnel and ensuring they have the necessary resources to perform their duties efficiently. Through these initiatives, the IGP aims to foster a more responsive, accountable, and operationally effective police force”.
