President Bola Tinubu has ordered the withdrawal of police officers assigned to ministers and top government officials, redirecting them to core policing duties to tackle rising insecurity, including kidnappings and terrorism.
Speaking at the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting in Abuja, he emphasized the need for proper utilization of law enforcement personnel.
“I would rather have police officers doing real policing work than serving as personal escorts,” Tinubu said, urging the Inspector-General of Police to take note. Officials needing security are instructed to contact the IGP and get presidential clearance.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) will replace withdrawn officers to avoid leaving anyone exposed.
Tinubu also directed the National Security Adviser (NSA) and Department of State Services (DSS) to review the security structure and arm forest guards.
Additionally, he tasked the Vice President with accelerating livestock reforms through the National Economic Council (NEC), aiming to convert grazing reserves into ranches and reduce farmer-herder conflicts, promoting economic growth within the constitutional framework.