Ayuba Sanusi
THE Nigeria Police Force has discountenanced reports in some sections of the media suggesting that Falomo Barracks land in Lagos State has been sold
According to ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), such reports as ‘misleading write-ups, shocking and unfounded’.
ACP Adejobi explained that due to the critical state of several police barracks (Falomo Barracks inclusive), the NPF leadership conceived a partnership arrangement with sub-national governments and reputable developers to unlock value in the assets by redeveloping the barracks into more befitting and modern barracks – with complimentary facilities and modern infrastructure.
“The redevelopment of the barracks (including Falomo Barracks) is set to be speedily completed after which the occupants will be duly offered fresh accommodation in the redeveloped sites.
“In specific terms, the occupants of Falomo Barracks Blocks A and B have each received a sum of Two Million Naira (N2,000,000) only as a temporary relocation allowance. This payment has been made to 347 families after a validation process to facilitate their temporary relocation.
“It is important to note that this initiative is not limited to Falomo Barracks alone. Similar redevelopment projects will be implemented across all police barracks nationwide over time. This is a strategic effort to improve the living conditions of our officers and their families, which is a key focus of the current police administration.”
ACP Adejobi further notes that claims that the barracks are being vacated and the pieces of land sold are false, mischievous, and a calculated attempt to cause unnecessary discord within the ranks of the NPF.
“The improvement of these facilities is a priority for the Nigeria Police Force, and steps are being taken to address the issues effectively”, he stated.
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