In line with the directives of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun to proactively prioritise safety and security, especially around educational institutions, the Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, Bello Shehu has directed the Coordinator of the School Protection Squad to activate all school protection mechanisms to ensure all schools are safely guarded throughout the state.
This directive follows a meeting with tactical commanders to review and enhance the command’s general security strategies. The Commissioner of Police ordered the deployment of additional resources.
He further called on members of the public to continue to collaborate and support the crime-fighting efforts of the command to safeguard schools and communities in the state, as the command remains resolute in ensuring a more secure environment for all.
A statement by the Command’s spokesman,DSP Abubakar Aliyu urged members of the public to promptly report any suspicious activities or concerns to the command through the following emergency lines:
- 08159677777
- 07072722539
- 09022209690
Meanwhile, katsina State Government has ordered the tempovary closure of all its Boarding and Day Schools.
An official statement tead” In view of recent security developments in some parts of Northern States states, the Katsina State Government has directed the immediate closure of all Boarding and Day Schools across the state. This precautionary measure is in line with the present administration’s unwavering commitment to safeguard the lives of students, teachers and school personnel, as well as strengthening existing security mechanisms already in place.”