IGP Orders Tightened Security Around Katsina Schools

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has directed the Katsina State Police Command to strengthen security around schools across the state to protect students, teachers and educational facilities from potential threats.

The directive was conveyed by the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Finance and Administration, Sulaiman Abdul, during a two-day operational visit to Katsina State.

Speaking during the visit, Abdul said the police command had been instructed to intensify surveillance, increase patrols around schools, improve intelligence gathering and maintain a visible security presence at educational institutions across the state.

He explained that the measures are aimed at deterring criminal activities, enhancing emergency response capabilities and ensuring that schools remain safe environments for teaching and learning.

As part of the assessment exercise, the DIG visited the Police Children School and the Government Girls Technical and Commercial College, Charanchi, where he inspected existing security arrangements and infrastructure.

During the visits, he assessed perimeter fencing, entry and exit points, security posts and the deployment of police personnel assigned to protect the schools.

Abdul also held separate meetings with school administrators and management teams to obtain first-hand information on security concerns and challenges facing the institutions.

The discussions focused on improving school safety, strengthening collaboration between educational authorities and security agencies, and enhancing preparedness against potential threats.

He urged school authorities to enforce stricter access-control measures, remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious movements or activities within and around school premises to security agencies.

The DIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to safeguarding educational institutions and ensuring that students and teachers can carry out their activities without fear.