Niger State government has procured 25 additional vehicles to donate to the Nigeria Police Force, Niger State command to boost patrol, especially in major towns of the State.
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago disclosed this at the passing out of the 50 participants of the Special Protection Unit (SPU) Base 23 Minna which was held at the premises of Justice Idris Legbo Kutigi in Minna, the State Capital.
He said the State government is also partnering with the Police to build barracks in the outskirts of Minna to provide security in the four corners of the State Capital.
While congratulating the 50 graduating participants of the SPU Base 23 Minna, the Governor appreciated the Inspector General of Police for establishing the such a Unit and providing training for them.
He said his administration will continue to support the Nigeria Police and other security agencies as it is ambitious to address the menace of insecurity in the State
The Commander, Special Protection Unit SPU Base 23 Minna, Nigeria Police Force, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), Hassan Sani explained that the SPU is a newly established unit by the Inspector General of Police to meet the increasing demand for elites protective services in the country.
He said over the past two weeks, the 50 participants underwent a comprehensive basic training programme with a Curriculum designed to instill discipline and sharpen practical skills to uphold professionalism.
CSP Sani said during the 2 weeks training, the modules covered were VIP protection; escort and convoy movement; combat parades and formation; fire arms handling and shooting range; martial arts and self defence; first aid and basic fire fighting skills.
He commended the participants for their resilience, commitment, urging them to use the knowledge, discipline, and values they acquired as guides in carrying out any task assigned to them.
The Commander also expressed gratitude to farmer Governor Umaru Bago for his enormous support and partnership with the Nigeria Police Force.
The event also featured symbolic presentation of Certificate to participants, a combat parade and VIP protection, among other simulations by the graduates of SPU 23 Minna.
