To enhance the security landscape of educational institutions across Nigeria, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has launched state-of-the-art security equipment and initiated a comprehensive training program for State Coordinators of the Schools Protection Squad (SPS) and selected Divisional Police Officers nationwide.
The unveiling ceremony, which took place at the Goodluck Jonathan International Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja, on Thursday, February 29, 2024, marked a significant stride in fortifying the safety framework within the educational sector.
Addressing the audience, IGP Egbetokun highlighted the pivotal role of the training program in equipping state coordinators and divisional police officers with the requisite knowledge to execute the National Action Plan for Schools Protection effectively.
IGP Egbetokun
By fostering collaboration with stakeholders, the program aims to secure learning environments while optimizing the resources of the Force to combat crimes targeting educational institutions.
Mrs. Halima Iliya, the National Coordinator of Financing Safe Schools, emphasized the importance of building the capacities of security personnel, schools’ host communities, and other stakeholders to align with the objectives of the National Plan. The event witnessed the presence of representatives from relevant ministries, departments, agencies, the Force Management Team, Senior Police Officers, and distinguished guests.
Expressing gratitude to the Federal Ministry of Finance, Budget & National Planning for spearheading the “Financing Safe Schools National Plan,” IGP Egbetokun commended all stakeholders for their contributions to the program’s progress. He urged the nominated officers to leverage the training to enhance the effectiveness of the School Protection Squad in their respective commands, thereby bolstering the safety of educational environments nationwide.
With the unveiling of advanced security equipment and the initiation of a comprehensive training program, the Nigeria Police Force takes proactive steps towards fostering secure and conducive learning environments, thereby safeguarding the future of the nation’s children and young adults.
By Fikunmi Sokoya
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