The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered a stronger security presence around schools across Katsina State as part of renewed efforts to protect students and school facilities from criminal threats.
The directive was communicated by the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Finance and Administration, Sulaiman Abdul, during a two day operational visit to the state. The tour included an assessment of the security setup in selected educational institutions to evaluate how well they are protected.
He explained that the police have been instructed to intensify patrols around schools, improve intelligence gathering, and ensure a visible security presence that would discourage any form of violent crime or security breach within learning environments.
According to him, the goal is to create a safer atmosphere for both students and staff by ensuring that security operations around schools are proactive rather than reactive. He stressed that consistent monitoring and rapid response remain key to preventing attacks.
As part of the visit, the Deputy Inspector General inspected facilities at the Police Children School and the Government Girls Technical and Commercial College located in Charanchi Local Government Area. He reviewed perimeter fencing, access points, security posts, and the deployment of officers within and around the schools.
He also engaged directly with school administrators to better understand the security challenges they face on a daily basis. The discussions focused on improving coordination between school authorities and security agencies.
During the engagement, he advised school management to strengthen access control measures and remain vigilant in reporting any suspicious movements or activities around school premises without delay.
The Nigeria Police Force reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding educational institutions across Katsina State, noting that sustained collaboration between schools and security operatives is essential to maintaining a safe learning environment.
