…Says no policeman was forcefully evicted
The Nigeria Police high command has denied claims that it sold famous Falomo Police Barrack in Lagos to buyers and forcefully evicted police personnel from the barrack located at Ikoyi, Lagos State.
The police said the narrative in social media that had gone viral was not true. It urge the public to dismiss false narratives regarding the reconstruction of the barracks.
Addressing newsmen in Abuja on Monday police Spokesperson, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi said the reconstruction is beini done in line with broader objective of enhancing police welfare.
“The NPF remains committed to the well-being of its personnel, understanding that dignified living conditions are essential to effective service delivery.”
He added that the rebuilding of the barracks which was done through a PPP arrangement was aimed at providing a safe accommodation for officers.
Adejobi said, “The IGP, through the NPF Property Development and Construction Company, has leveraged PPP arrangements to rebuild existing barracks and provide affordable housing for officers. PPP models, which integrate private sector investment into public infrastructure, have been successfully adopted.
He explained that occupants of the barracks were given adequate notice and paid N2million each to secure another accommodation and ease their suffering pending when the new accommodation would be ready.
Adejobi added that the former occupants would receive monthly rent and would be brought back after the completion of the renovation of the barracks.
He said, “Contrary to recent reports, no officers were forcefully evicted from the Falomo Barracks. Occupants were given adequate notice, provided relocation assistance, and compensated with N2,000,000 each to secure alternative accommodation.
“Furthermore, they will receive monthly rent allowances in line with provisions for officers not residing in the barracks. Upon completion of the new facility, these officers will be allotted housing units, ensuring a seamless transition back to improved living conditions.
“We urge the public to dismiss false narratives regarding this reconstruction and recognize the broader objective of enhancing police welfare. The NPF remains committed to the well-being of its personnel, understanding that dignified living conditions are essential to effective service delivery.”