Police Trust Fund unveils smart divisional office, housing units in Gombe
By Elizabeth Ogunjobi
Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, on Wednesday, inaugurated a smart Divisional Police Headquarters in Gombe to enhance crime fighting and strengthen internal security.
Also inaugurated was a housing units for rank-and-file constructed by the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF) with digital infrastructure support from Galaxy Backbone Ltd.
Speaking during the inauguration in Gombe, Yahaya described the infrastructure as critical in modern crime fighting.
Represented by his deputy, Mr Mannasah Jatau, the governor said the police need the right tools and regular training of its personnel to effectively tackle crime.
He commended President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Police Affairs, Ibrahim Gaidam and the NPTF leadership for the gesture.
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, who was represented by Mohammed Mustapha, DCP Administration, Gombe State Police Command, said the facility would boost officers’ morale.
Disu described the facilities as investments in the welfare, dignity and operational readiness of personnel.
According to Disu, decent accommodation and modern workspace will enhance response time and help officers serve the public with greater efficiency and humanity.
Also, Mohammed Sheidu, Executive Secretary, NPTF, said the divisional headquarters equipped with modern technologies was part of its special intervention project to boost personnel morale.
Sheidu described the projects as strategic investment in modern, responsive and people-centred policing.
“What we inaugurated today is not just a physical structure but a direct investment in the men and women who dedicate their lives to protecting our communities and safeguarding the nation,” he said.
Prof. Ibrahim Adeyanju, Chief Executive Officer, Galaxy Backbone, said the facility was a commitment to harnessing the power of technology in transforming policing in Nigeria.
Adeyanju said that his company in partnership with NPTF was laying the foundation for a smart digital police force, “one that is proactive, data-driven and responsive to the needs of our citizens.
“This facility will enhance intelligence gathering and crime prevention integrated with NIN, facials, fingerprints and other biometrics.
“We are looking at cloud-based solutions that ensure secure storage and real time access to critical and confidential information.
“This initiative will help strengthen police force, improve response time and ensure accountability and transparency.
“By embracing digital tools, the Nigerian Police Force will be better positioned to combat crimes, protect communities and uphold justice in a rapidly evolving world,” he said.
Adeyanju said Galaxy backbone and the NPTF were building a future where Nigerian police would stand as a model of smart digital security in Africa.
