Kehinde Fajobi
The Federal Government has commenced the construction of a smart divisional police headquarters and six residential quarters for rank-and-file officers in Mpape, a community in the Bwari Area Council of Abuja.
The initiative, part of ongoing reforms, aims to transform Nigeria’s policing system by integrating modern technology and fostering inclusivity.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, the Minister of Police Affairs, Ibrahim Gaidam, represented by the Acting Permanent Secretary, Yusuf Abubakar Argungu, highlighted the project’s significance in addressing security challenges in Mpape and surrounding areas.
“The presence of this divisional headquarters of the police in this location will protect citizens commuting daily for their activities from the dangers of kidnapping, one-chance operations, and robbery, as well as other related crimes affecting people in the city,” Gaidam said.
The minister reaffirmed the Federal Government’s dedication to modernising the Nigeria Police Force.
“The Federal Government is committed to the emergence of a world-class police force that is inclusive, intelligence-led, technology-driven, and community-based,” he added.
Alhaji Adamu Diga, the District Head of Mpape, praised the initiative and expressed gratitude to the Ministry, the Nigeria Police Trust Fund, and the Nigeria Police Force for upgrading the Mpape Police Post to a Divisional Headquarters.
He noted that the development would enhance police efficiency and service delivery for the district’s residents.
The project is expected to strengthen security and modernise policing infrastructure in the Federal Capital Territory, according to the Ministry.