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 project is part of ongoing reforms aimed at reshaping the policing landscape by promoting inclusivity and adopting modern technology.
The groundbreaking ceremony for the smart police station was performed by the Minister of Police Affairs, Ibrahim Gaidam, who was represented by the acting Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Yusuf Argungu.
A statement on Sunday by Bolaji Kazeem, Deputy Director, Information & Public Relations Unit of the ministry, quoted the minister as highlighting the importance of the project in addressing the security challenges in Mpape and its environs.
He noted that the project would create a safer environment for residents and businesses.
“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,” the minister stated.
Gaidam reaffirmed the Federal Government’s dedication to transforming the Nigeria Police Force into a world-class, technology-driven institution.
“The Federal Government is committed to the emergence of a world-class police force that is inclusive, intelligence-led, technology-driven, and community-based. This force will remain alive to its constitutional responsibilities and committed to implementing comprehensive reforms to revolutionise the policing landscape by fostering inclusivity, community engagement, intelligence-driven operations, and technological integration,” the statement added.
The District Head of Mpape, Alhaji Adamu Diga, expressed gratitude to the ministry, the Nigeria Police Trust Fund, and the Nigeria Police Force for upgrading the existing Mpape Police Post to a Divisional Headquarters. He stated that the development would significantly enhance efficiency and service delivery to the people of the district.
