The National Economic Council (NEC) has approved a 100 billion allocation for the rehabilitation of training institutions for police and other security agencies across Nigeria, subject to President Bola Tinubu’s final ratification. This decision follows recommendations from an ad-hoc committee that assessed the state of these institutions nationwide. An additional 2.6 billion was approved for consultancy services related to the project.
The NEC’s 154th meeting, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, addressed the urgent need for overhaul and revamp of security agencies’ training facilities. President Tinubu initially proposed this initiative at the NEC’s 152nd meeting in October, emphasizing the importance of modernizing these institutions.
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State, who chairs the ad-hoc committee, presented the committee’s findings to the council, highlighting the dire condition of most training facilities. In response, Vice President Shettima reaffirmed the government’s commitment to addressing this issue and improving the overall state of security in the country.
The Vice President also emphasized the need for tangible outcomes from governance, urging all tiers of government to focus on execution rather than rhetoric. He stressed that policies should translate into clear, measurable improvements in the lives of Nigerians, rather than mere promises.
The approved funds will be used to rehabilitate and modernize training institutions, aiming to enhance the capacity and effectiveness of security agencies in Nigeria. This move is part of the government’s broader efforts to strengthen national security and address the country’s security challenges.
The NEC’s decision underscores the importance of investing in the development of security agencies and their training facilities. By doing so, the government aims to improve the overall security landscape in Nigeria and ensure that citizens feel the impact of governance. The next steps will involve the implementation of the approved projects, with the government expected to provide updates on the progress made.
