25 Divisional Police HQs, SPU Base Planned In Delta
Delta Prepares for State Policing
THE Delta State Government has approved the construction of 25 modern divisional police headquarters across the state’s local government areas as part of preparations for the Federal Government’s proposed state policing policy.
The decision was taken during the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.
Briefing journalists after the meeting in Asaba, the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, said the projects form part of the administration’s strategy to strengthen the state’s security architecture.
According to him, the council also approved the establishment of a base for the Nigeria Police Special Protection Unit (SPU).
₦34 Billion Security Investment
Aniagwu disclosed that the two security projects—construction of the divisional police headquarters and the SPU base—are expected to cost over ₦34 billion.
He explained that each of the state’s 25 local government areas will host a new divisional police headquarters equipped with modern facilities.
“The Executive Council meeting today, led by the governor in line with the administration’s development agenda, approved several projects that cut across sectors and local government areas,” Aniagwu said.
“However, principal among the decisions reached today hinge on the number one responsibility of government, which is the security of lives and property.”
Proactive Approach to Security
The commissioner said the projects demonstrate the state government’s proactive efforts to improve security, particularly as the country moves toward implementing a decentralised policing system.
He noted that the approval of the new police facilities is designed to position Delta ahead of the eventual rollout of state policing.
“Flowing from that, and ahead of the Federal Government’s policy on state policing, the state government today approved the construction of state-of-the-art divisional police headquarters in the 25 local government areas of the state,” he said.
“In addition, the Executive Council also approved the establishment of a Special Police Protection Unit.”
According to Aniagwu, the development reflects the administration’s determination to ensure residents remain safe and secure.
MORE Agenda Drives Policy
Aniagwu said the projects align with the administration’s development blueprint known as the MORE Agenda, which emphasises meaningful development, opportunities for all, realistic reforms and enhanced peace and security.
He noted that strengthening the state’s security framework is a key priority under the agenda.
Although Delta is widely regarded as one of the safer states in Nigeria, the government believes additional investment in security infrastructure is necessary to sustain and improve the situation.
“Even though Delta today ranks as one of the most secure states in the country, we believe we need to take security a notch higher,” Aniagwu added.
Implementation to Begin Soon
The commissioner revealed that the state government has already directed the Commissioner for Housing to begin the necessary processes required to ensure the projects commence without delay.
He added that the projects will provide improved operational capacity for law enforcement personnel and enhance their ability to respond to security threats across the state.
Other Development Projects Approved
Beyond the security initiatives, the State Executive Council also approved several other projects across multiple sectors.
Aniagwu said these include road infrastructure projects in several communities, particularly in riverine areas, aimed at improving connectivity and facilitating economic development.
The projects, he said, will contribute to the broader objective of promoting socio-economic growth and improving living conditions across the state.
According to him, the approvals reflect the administration’s commitment to building stronger institutions, improving security and delivering modern infrastructure to support development in Delta State.
