Gov Lawal: We’ll Continue Supporting Police to Function Effectively in Zamfara
Governor Dauda Lawal has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening police operations in Zamfara State. He gave the assurance while receiving the Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF) on a courtesy visit at the Government House, Gusau. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said the Executive Secretary and his […]
Governor Dauda Lawal has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening police operations in Zamfara State.
He gave the assurance while receiving the Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF) on a courtesy visit at the Government House, Gusau.
A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said the Executive Secretary and his team were in the state to inspect the newly constructed special forces barracks built by the Police Trust Fund.
Governor Lawal said his administration remains willing to collaborate on programmes that will enhance the welfare and effectiveness of police personnel.
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He said his government is making deliberate efforts to guarantee the wellbeing of officers, including the ongoing renovation of the Zamfara police headquarters and the construction of additional structures at the Zamfara Mobile Command.
He said, “My administration is making a conscious effort to ensure the welfare of the police is guaranteed. That is why we are currently renovating the Zamfara police headquarters.
“We are also constructing some structures at the Zamfara Mobile Command. We have achieved a lot there, and we plan to do more.” Gov Lawal said.
“I am pleased that the Executive Secretary mentioned the police housing estate. If you examine the condition of the police barracks, you will see that it is quite unfortunate.
“I was part of the Presidential Committee on police reform. We were chosen by the National Economic Council (NEC) to inspect facilities at the police colleges and the Police Staff College. Last week, the governors of Nasarawa, Taraba, and I traveled to Kaduna, Plateau, and Borno for this purpose.
“It is heartbreaking when you see the state of the police and still expect them to perform miracles. Honestly, I am one of those advocating for a complete overhaul of police welfare if we genuinely want them to operate effectively. It’s just a matter of time before this happens.
“I am glad the Commissioner for Housing is here with us, as we need to start work on land issues now. We will identify suitable land to be transferred to the Police Trust Fund so they can move forward with the police housing estate project. We will provide the land immediately.”
Earlier, the Executive Secretary of NPTF, Mohammed F. Sheidu, commended Governor Lawal for his cooperation and support for the police, particularly in improving the welfare and infrastructure projects in Zamfara State.
