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Niger donates 25 vehicles to police to boost security patrols
The Niger State government has donated 25 operational vehicles to the Nigeria Police Force to enhance security patrols, particularly in major towns across the state.
The Niger State government has donated 25 operational vehicles to the Nigeria Police Force to enhance security patrols, particularly in major towns across the state
The Niger State government has demonstrated its commitment to enhancing public safety by donating 25 operational vehicles to the Nigeria Police Force.
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This contribution aims to significantly boost police patrol capabilities across the state, with a particular focus on major urban areas.
Governor Mohammed Bago announced this initiative during the passing out ceremony of 50 participants from the newly established Special Protection Unit (SPU) Base 23 Minna. The event took place at the Justice Idris Legbo Kutigi premises in Minna, the state capital.
According to a statement released by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the newly procured vehicles will be allocated to the Niger State Police Command.
This will directly enhance their patrol capacity, especially in urban centers where security concerns are most pressing.
“The Niger State government has procured 25 additional vehicles to donate to the Nigeria Police Force, Niger State command, to boost patrols, especially in major towns of the State,” Ibrahim quoted Governor Bago as saying.
Governor Bago also revealed that the state government is collaborating with the police to construct barracks on the outskirts of Minna. This initiative aims to further improve security coverage across all parts of the state capital.
He reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to supporting the police and other security agencies in their efforts to tackle the menace of insecurity within the state.
“My administration will continue to support the Nigeria Police and other security agencies as we work ambitiously to address the menace of insecurity in the state,” he stated.
“The Niger State government has procured 25 additional vehicles to donate to the Nigeria Police Force, Niger State command, to boost patrols, especially in major towns of the State,” Governor Mohammed Bago said.
The passing out ceremony also marked the graduation of the inaugural 50 members of the SPU Base 23 Minna. This newly formed unit is specifically designed to address the increasing demand for the protection of high-profile individuals, including government officials and other elites.
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, established the SPU to meet these specific security needs. CSP Hassan Sani, the unit’s commander at the Minna base, provided details about the unit’s mandate and comprehensive training program.
“The Special Protection Unit is designed to meet the increasing demand for elite protection services.
Over the past two weeks, these 50 participants underwent comprehensive training in VIP protection, convoy movement, firearms handling, martial arts, self-defence, first aid, and fire-fighting skills,” CSP Sani explained.
The establishment of this new specialized unit, coupled with the donation of the additional vehicles, is expected to significantly enhance the police’s capacity to provide round-the-clock protection for high-profile individuals and improve overall law enforcement coverage throughout Niger State.
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The Nigerian Army has commenced the deployment of 600 personnel to India for specialised jungle and mountain warfare training aimed at improving troops’ combat readiness and ability to operate in difficult terrain.
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The first batch of 300 soldiers departed the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Thursday, October 22, aboard two Indian Air Force aircraft, a C-17 and an Airbus A321.
The Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, announced the deployment in a statement on Friday.
According to the statement, the training is intended to enhance troops’ operational effectiveness in challenging environments and strengthen the Army’s capacity to protect Nigeria’s territorial integrity.
“The training underscores the COAS’s commitment to building a professional, adaptable and combat-ready force capable of confronting terrorists, insurgents and other criminal elements operating in forests, mountainous areas and other challenging environments,” the statement said.
The statement said the deployment was initiated by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, as part of efforts to improve personnel development, realistic training and operational effectiveness.
It added that the programme aligned with Shaibu’s command philosophy, which prioritises combat readiness and the development of a resilient, mission-ready force.
The Coordinator of the Nigerian Military Training Support and Advisory Team at Army Headquarters, Department of Army Training, Major General UG Yusuf, represented the Army chief at the departure ceremony.
The Indian High Commissioner to Nigeria also witnessed the departure.
The Army said arrangements were underway to transport the remaining 300 personnel to India to complete the planned deployment.
The specialised training is expected to strengthen the soldiers’ ability to operate in forests, mountainous regions and other difficult environments where conventional military operations can pose additional challenges.
The initiative is also expected to reinforce defence cooperation between Nigeria and India.
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The Army said the deployment reflected its commitment to developing personnel capable of responding to security threats while safeguarding the country’s sovereignty and protecting lives and property.
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