FG moves to upgrade police colleges, reform colleges nationwide
The federal government of Nigeria has intensified efforts to strengthen national security through education reforms, advancing plans for a new campus of the Nigeria Police Academy and accelerating the accreditation and restructuring of police colleges nationwide.
Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa, made this known on Monday during a high-level meeting with the Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, former IGP Kayode Egbetokun, and other stakeholders.
He disclosed that the proposed police academy campus in Ogun State has received presidential approval in line with the directive of Bola Tinubu to modernise Nigeria’s security architecture through knowledge-based systems. The campus will function as an affiliate of the existing academy in Kano.
Alausa said efforts are underway to commence academic activities at the new campus within the year, noting that key processes are being expedited.
“The directive is clear — this institution must begin operations without delay. Our focus is on delivering a system that meets global standards in both quality and relevance,” he said.
He added that the reforms extend beyond the academy, with over 40 police colleges undergoing evaluation for accreditation and restructuring.
According to him, “Policing today requires more than theoretical knowledge. It demands technical expertise, adaptability, and continuous skills development. These reforms are designed to produce officers who are effective in service and equipped for life beyond active duty.”
The Inspector General of Police commended the initiative, describing it as timely and transformative, and affirmed the readiness of the Nigeria Police Force to align with regulatory requirements and support the take-off of the new campus.
