NPTF Commissions Smart Police Headquarters in Ebonyi State
The Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF) has commissioned a new Smart Divisional Police Headquarters in Akaeze, Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen law enforcement infrastructure nationwide.
The modern facility, officially handed over to the Nigeria Police Force on Tuesday, features a fully furnished station, CCTV-enabled perimeter surveillance, a solar-powered inverter system, a borehole with an overhead water tank, fire safety installations, and landscaped grounds with dedicated parking areas.
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Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Executive Secretary of the NPTF, Mohammed F. Sheidu, stated that the project is designed to enhance operational efficiency, foster better police-community relations, and improve the working conditions of police personnel.
Sheidu reaffirmed the Trust Fund’s commitment to providing the Nigeria Police with the infrastructure, training, and tools required to effectively address modern security challenges across the country.
He also expressed gratitude to key stakeholders who supported the project, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his leadership in advancing police reforms; the Inspector General of Police for championing modernization within the Force; and Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State for creating the enabling environment that ensured the project’s successful completion.
Dignitaries in attendance included Commissioner of Police CP Uche Anya, Deputy Core Hon. Princess Patricia Obila, traditional rulers, senior police officers, and community leaders.
In a reflective moment, Sheidu offered condolences to families affected by recent attacks in Benue State, emphasizing the critical importance of a well-equipped and responsive police force in safeguarding lives and maintaining national security.
The Akaeze project is one of several initiatives currently being implemented by the NPTF to transform policing in Nigeria through innovation, infrastructure development, and strategic collaboration.
