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By Olu Balogun
Federal Government, through the Ministry of Police Affairs, at the weekend reiterated its commitment to the full implementation of reforms on policing to enhance professionalism and effective service delivery in the country.
Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr. Anuma Ogbonaya Nlia, stated this during the visit of the Nigeria Police Force, NPF team led by the Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Nemi Edwin, for a meeting on the proposed new scheme of service for the Force at the ministry headquarters in Abuja.
According to a statement signed by the Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations in the ministry, Bolaji Kazeem, the meeting focused on critical areas aimed at repositioning the NPF for improved efficiency and service delivery, which included Police welfare and the general well-being of officers; pension reform to guarantee a secure post-service life; capacity building and training for professional development; promotion processes and career progression; discipline and accountability within the Force; and the introduction of a modern Performance Management System, PMS.
The Permanent Secretary reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working closely with the Police leadership to ensure effective implementation of reforms that will enhance professionalism, boost morale, and improve service delivery.
Anuma maintained that collaborating on the development of policies and guidelines that enhance the operational efficiency, accountability, and human rights compliance of the NPF, as well as jointly exploring avenues to improve the welfare, morale, and working conditions of police officers, are critical for preserving law and order.
“The Ministry of Police Affairs is fully committed to working hand-in-hand with the Nigeria Police Force and other stakeholders by engaging in open dialogue, sharing perspectives, and collectively addressing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
“We believe that through regular consultations and a unified approach, we can strengthen the Nigeria Police Force and enhance its capacity to serve and protect all citizens,” he stressed.
Earlier, AIG Nemi Edwin, expressed appreciation to the Permanent Secretary and Directors for the warm reception, describing Anuma as a unique leader.
He emphasized that the NPF cannot successfully implement the planned new service scheme without the involvement of the Ministry of Police Affairs and therefore requested for its continued contributions and guidance in the review of the scheme.
At the end of the meeting, the delegation led by the Permanent Secretary paid a brief courtesy call to the Honorable Minister of Police Affairs, Senator (Dr.) Ibrahim Gaidam, for further engagement on the subject.
