President Bola Tinubu has declared an emergency on police and security training institutions across Nigeria. According to Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah, the move aims to strengthen national security and modernize training standards.
Speaking at the Police Training College in Ikeja, Lagos, Mbah said the decision followed the president’s proposal during the 152nd National Economic Council (NEC) meeting.
He explained that Tinubu was deeply concerned about the poor state of facilities across the country.
“The president recognises that there is a need for bold and urgent steps to restore the pride, professionalism, and confidence of men and women in the security space,” Mbah said.
Committee Begins Nationwide Assessment
Furthermore, Mbah clarified that the initiative was not connected to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent comments about Nigeria’s security challenges.
He described Tinubu as “a forward-thinking, proactive leader” who wants to reverse years of neglect in security training.
In addition, the committee has 30 days to complete its assessment.
“Our team will visit facilities in southern states, while another, led by the Nasarawa governor, will inspect those in the north,” Mbah said.
“The president saw this as an emergency. Therefore, there will be an intervention to rebuild and equip these institutions.”
21st-Century Training for Security Personnel
Moreover, Mbah said the reforms would introduce modern skills and digital learning methods.
“They need to be imbued with evolving 21st-century skills – Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Mechatronics, and all digital tools required to police effectively,” he explained.
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State also praised the initiative.
He noted that including governors in the committee shows the president’s strong commitment to reform.
“You can be sure the intervention will be immediate, because this committee does not have the luxury of time,” Abiodun said.
Meanwhile, the Commandant of the Police Training College, AIG Omolara Oloruntola, commended President Tinubu for the move.
She said the college, established in 1949, had deteriorated for decades.
According to her, the president’s intervention is “timely and vital” to restore the college’s former glory.
