Category: Press Release
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Federal Government Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Internal Security and Enhancing Nigeria Police Force Capacity
PRESS RELEASE Federal Government Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Internal Security and Enhancing Nigeria Police Force Capacity The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening the nation’s internal security architecture and enhancing the operational capacity of the Nigeria Police Force through sustained institutional support, strategic reforms, and improved funding mechanisms. The Honourable Minister of Police…
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Nigeria Strengthens Police Reforms With New Regulations to Drive Accountability and Professionalism
PRESS RELEASE NIGERIA STRENGTHENS POLICE REFORMS WITH NEW REGULATIONS TO DRIVE ACCOUNTABILITY AND PROFESSIONALISM The Honourable Minister of Police Affairs, Sen. (Dr.) Ibrahim Gaidam, has led the Federal Government’s efforts in advancing police reform with the formal launch and handover of the Nigeria Police Regulations (Amendment) 2026, a landmark framework designed to strengthen accountability, professionalism,…
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Gaidam Commends Recruitment Exercise Across the Country
The Honourable Minister of Police Affairs, Ibrahim Gaidam, has expressed deep satisfaction with the conduct of the ongoing recruitment exercises for its orderly and transparent nature across the country. He made the commendation during feedback from the filed officers across the country and described the process as not just a routine exercise, but a critical…
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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO POLICE REFORM; DECLARES STATE POLICE IMPERATIVE FOR NATIONAL SECURITY
PRESS RELEASE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO POLICE REFORM; DECLARES STATE POLICE IMPERATIVE FOR NATIONAL SECURITY The Federal Government has restated its firm commitment to strengthening national security and fostering a peaceful environment for all citizens, emphasizing that the establishment of state police is now a critical step toward addressing Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. This…
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Gaidam Reaffirms Government Commitment to Data-Driven Strategies for Policing
The Honourable Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to repositioning the Nigeria Police Force through data-driven strategies, inter-agency synergy, and international cooperation towards building a safer, stronger Nigeria. He stated this during the National Association of Online News Publishers (NAOSNP) National Security Conference/Awards 2025, with a theme titled, Securing…
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CCTV, Drones, and Command Centres: The Missing Links in Nigeria’s Security
The recent arrest of notorious armed robbery kingpin John Samuel in Epe, Lagos State, underscores the crucial role of surveillance in modern policing. CCTV footage showed Samuel shooting at victims before robbing them, proving once again how technology can make the difference between impunity and justice. This is not an isolated case. On January 14,…
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GAIDAM COMMISERATES WITH ARASE’S FAMILY
GAIDAM COMMISERATES WITH ARASE’S FAMILY Honourable Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has extended his sympathies on behalf of the entire Police Ecosystem to Arase’s family, the government of Edo State, and the nation at large. He stated this through a personal condolence letter to the family of the late Inspector General of Police,…
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CONCRETE ROADS: A GAME CHANGER FOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND SECURITY IN NIGERIA
CONCRETE ROADS: A GAME CHANGER FOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND SECURITY IN NIGERIA Across Nigeria, numerous ungoverned areas have become safe havens for bandits, kidnappers, and terrorists. Despite substantial resources invested in combating insecurity, these criminals exploit inaccessible terrains, forests, and poor infrastructure to perpetuate their activities. One of the major obstacles to effective security operations…
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MPA COMMITTED TO THE REFORMS OF THE NIGERIA POLICE FORCE FOR EFFECTIVE SERVICE DELIVERY – Dr. Anuma
MPA COMMITTED TO THE REFORMS OF THE NIGERIA POLICE FORCE FOR EFFECTIVE SERVICE DELIVERY – Dr. Anuma The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Police Affairs, Dr. Anuma Ogbonaya Nlia, has reiterated the commitment of the Ministry to the full implementation of President Tinubu’s reforms on policing to enhance professionalism and effective service delivery in the country.…
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PUBLIC DISCLAIMER: POLAC Admission Application is Still Still Open and Ongoing
POLAC ADMISSION APPLICATION IS STILL OPEN AND ONGOING PUBLIC DISCLAIMER: PSC STATEMENT IS MISLEADING The attention of the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State, and the Federal Ministry of Police Affairs has been drawn to a misleading and inaccurate disclaimer issued by the Police Service Commission (PSC) on 31st July 2025. We wish to categorically…