The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has directed the Katsina State Police Command to strengthen security around schools across the state amid concerns over the safety of students and educational institutions. (Peoples Gazette Nigeria)
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, where he assessed security arrangements at selected schools. (Peoples Gazette Nigeria)
The police authorities ordered increased patrols, improved intelligence gathering and stronger police presence around schools to prevent criminal activities and create a safer environment for learning. (Peoples Gazette Nigeria)
During the inspection tour, Abdul visited the Police Children School and the Government Girls Technical and Commercial College in Charanchi Local Government Area, where he assessed security structures including perimeter fencing, access control points, security posts and personnel deployment. (Peoples Gazette Nigeria)
He also engaged school administrators to understand their security challenges and urged them to enforce strict access control measures while promptly reporting suspicious activities around school premises. (Peoples Gazette Nigeria)
The move comes amid broader efforts by authorities in Katsina to improve protection for schools following rising concerns over insecurity affecting educational institutions in parts of northern Nigeria. The state government had earlier introduced measures aimed at strengthening school safety and preventing violence in schools. (Katsina State Government)
Security agencies have continued to emphasise collaboration with school authorities and communities as part of efforts to ensure students and teachers can carry out academic activities in a secure environment. (katsinatimes.com)
