Amid growing concerns over reports of school abductions in parts of the country, the Gombe State Police Command has intensified security measures around schools across the state.
This renewed vigilance follows a strategic meeting held on Monday between the Commissioner of Police, CP Bello Yahaya, and the executive members of the All Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS), Gombe State Chapter).
In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the Command said the engagement formed part of the Inspector-General of Police’s mission “to ensure the safety and security of Nigeria’s learning environments.”
According to the statement, the meeting was convened to “assess the existing security arrangements in schools across Gombe State and identify areas for improvement, especially in schools located in isolated areas or those considered vulnerable to security threats.”
Reaffirming the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to the protection of educational institutions, the Commissioner of Police told ANCOPSS executives that safeguarding students remains a top priority. “Continuous assessment, proactive planning, and strong collaboration with school authorities and stakeholders… are essential in addressing emerging security challenges,” CP Yahaya said.
The Command disclosed that patrols, surveillance, and rapid response operations around schools have been intensified. “Special focus is being placed on vulnerable and isolated locations,” the CP assured.
He also stressed the importance of timely intelligence sharing, community policing, and effective communication channels between schools, the Ministry of Education, and Divisional Police Stations.
ANCOPSS leadership, in their remarks, commended the Police Command for prioritising school safety. They acknowledged the need for improved security mechanisms and pledged to collaborate closely with security agencies to enhance preparedness across secondary schools in the state.
The Police Command urged parents, community leaders, and the general public to remain alert and report suspicious activities promptly, emphasizing that “the safety and protection of students is a shared responsibility.”
