Police promise improved safety for North Central schools
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Isyaku Mohammed, has reassured residents of the North Central region about efforts to make schools safer. He urged parents and guardians to keep prioritising their children’s education despite rising insecurity. The assurance comes after recent abductions and ongoing challenges with kidnapping and banditry in the area. Olatunji Disu, the Inspector General of Police, has ordered more police deployments to protect schools and communities.
What we know
- Isyaku Mohammed visited Lafia, Nasarawa State, to inspect police efforts and encourage officers.
- The police are reviewing strategies and logistics with state commissioners to improve security.
- Tactical teams have been deployed to flashpoints, and intelligence-led operations have intensified.
- The Nasarawa State Police Command reported arrests, rescues, and recovery of firearms and stolen property linked to criminal activities.
- Stakeholders, including community leaders and groups, pledged ongoing support for the police in tackling insecurity.
