As the recruitment of youths into the Nigeria Police Force continues across the country, the Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has called on all stakeholders like traditional leaders, communities, and institutions, to support the process and encourage eligible youths to participate with sincerity and patriotism.
Gaidam, who made the call while receiving feedback from the field officers, expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the ongoing recruitment exercise for its orderly and transparent nature across the country.
“Nigeria’s path to a safer, more secure future is being steadily strengthened through deliberate reforms and renewed commitment to nation-building. At the heart of this progress is the ongoing nationwide police recruitment screening exercise, an initiative that reflects both hope and responsibility for thousands of young Nigerians,” he said.
The minister, according to a statement by his Special Assistant, Lima Goje, described the process as not just a routine exercise, but a critical step toward rebuilding public trust and enhancing the operational capacity of the Police Force, and therefore, urged all participants to remain law-abiding, disciplined, and patient.
He explained that integrity and respect for due process are as important as physical and academic qualifications, noting that the future of policing in Nigeria depends largely on the character and commitment of those who wear the uniform.
“This is more than recruitment; it is a call to national service,” he stated, adding that “Nigeria needs men and women of honor, individuals who understand that security is the foundation upon which development and prosperity are built.”
Commending President Bola Tinubu for approving the recruitment of 50,000 police personnel, he said this demonstrates a clear resolve to address longstanding gaps in manpower while repositioning the Police Force to meet modern security challenges.
Gaidam noted that beyond numbers, the current administration is focused on meaningful reform—transforming policing into a more professional, accountable, and citizen-centered institution.
He added that from improved training frameworks to enhanced welfare and operational support, the reform agenda signals a new era for law enforcement in Nigeria.
The minister declared that “the ongoing recruitment exercise, therefore, stands as a symbol of renewed hope—a bridge between the present challenges and a future where communities feel safer, justice is more accessible, and the rule of law is upheld without compromise.”