Police deploy 250 officers to Kano border LGAs to boost security

Kano State police are sending 250 newly trained officers to the state’s border local government areas after a month of intensive combat and weapons-handling training.

Police Commissioner Ibrahim Bakori announced the deployment at a passing-out ceremony for the second batch of officers. The recruits, who hold the ranks of police constable and police corporal, trained at 9 PMF in Hotoro and 52 PMF in Challawa.

Bakori said the assignment would strengthen security in frontline communities, increase police presence and improve the command’s ability to respond quickly to distress calls. He linked the training to Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu’s focus on capacity building, professionalism and operational readiness.

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In line with our operational priorities, the 250 officers graduating today will be deployed to border Local Government Areas of Kano State. This strategic deployment is designed to strengthen border security, enhance our presence in frontline communities, and improve our rapid response to distress calls.

The commissioner told the officers that current security conditions require a force that is firm against crime but humane toward the public. He praised their discipline and resilience during physical drills, tactical exercises, weapons training and classroom instruction.

Bakori also urged the officers to remain vigilant, professional and fair, and to respect the fundamental rights of law-abiding citizens. He instructed them to protect vulnerable people, cooperate with traditional and community leaders, and confront criminal elements within the law. The command, he said, would continue refresher training to maintain officers’ skills and readiness.

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Protect the vulnerable, partner with traditional and community leaders, and confront criminal elements with courage, but strictly within the confines of the law.