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Tinubu Approves Reconstitution of Nigeria Police Academy Council, Releases Full List.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the governing council of the Nigeria Police Academy, appointing a 16-member body to oversee the institution’s administration and strategic direction.
The development forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen police training and institutional governance within the Nigeria Police Force.
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Ejes Gist News reports that the reconstituted council includes key government officials and representatives drawn from across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.
Minister of Police Affairs Named Council Chairman
According to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the President appointed the Minister of Police Affairs, Ibrahim Gaidam, as chairman of the governing council.
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The council also comprises statutory members, including:
- The Chairman of the Police Service Commission
- The Inspector-General of Police
- One representative each from:
- The Federal Ministry of Education
- The Federal Ministry of Finance
- The Federal Ministry of Justice
Full List of Geopolitical Representatives
The President also appointed six members to represent the country’s geopolitical zones:
- Babagana Zannah Adam – North East
- Emmanuel Torkuma Manger – North Central
- Maigari Abati Dikko – North West
- Dubem A. Obaze – South East
- Ajibogere Toyin – South West
- Udom Udo Ekpoudom – South South
Ex-Officio Members of the Council
The statement further clarified that several officials of the academy will serve as ex-officio members of the council. These include:
- The Commandant of the Academy
- The Provost
- The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of training
In addition, the Registrar of the Academy will serve as the secretary of the council, providing administrative coordination for its activities.
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Role of the Nigeria Police Academy Council
The governing council of the Nigeria Police Academy is responsible for:
- Policy formulation and institutional oversight
- Academic and training standards
- Administrative supervision of the academy
- Strategic development of police education in Nigeria
The reconstitution is expected to reinforce governance structures and align the academy’s operations with national security and policing priorities.
