Kebbi State Government believes strong local security helps tackle broader safety issues across the region. Governor Nasir Idris started training all Local Government Chairmen to handle crises better, work with communities, and effectively collaborate with security agencies.
The program, called "Predictive and Community Policing to Increase Security in Kebbi State," comes from the Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs working alongside Shegs Communications Limited and security experts. Commissioner Abubakar Garba Dutsin Mari explained that this training fills security gaps and strengthens chairmen who connect citizens directly with the government. He emphasized that their approach focuses on prevention and people, improving how communities work with law enforcement.
The governor described these efforts as forward-thinking steps toward creating a safer Kebbi State. He highlighted how local leadership drives this initiative through community involvement. The training aims to prepare local leaders with practical skills for maintaining peace and order throughout their areas.
The program, called "Predictive and Community Policing to Increase Security in Kebbi State," comes from the Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs working alongside Shegs Communications Limited and security experts. Commissioner Abubakar Garba Dutsin Mari explained that this training fills security gaps and strengthens chairmen who connect citizens directly with the government. He emphasized that their approach focuses on prevention and people, improving how communities work with law enforcement.
The governor described these efforts as forward-thinking steps toward creating a safer Kebbi State. He highlighted how local leadership drives this initiative through community involvement. The training aims to prepare local leaders with practical skills for maintaining peace and order throughout their areas.