The Nigeria Police Power has denied claims that its personnel had been forcefully evicted from Falomo Barracks in Lagos State.
The police clarified that the occupants of the barracks got sufficient discover and paid N2 million every to safe different lodging.
The NPF’s rebuttal comes following allegations in some quarters that officers dwelling within the barracks had been forcefully evicted and that the barracks had been resold to different consumers.
Addressing journalists in Abuja on Monday, the Power Spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, acknowledged that the claims had been false.
Adejobi added that the previous occupants would proceed to obtain month-to-month lease and could be introduced again after the completion of the renovation of the barracks.
Adejobi mentioned, “Opposite to latest experiences, no officers had been forcefully evicted from Falomo Barracks. Occupants got sufficient discover, offered relocation help, and compensated with N2,000,000 every to safe different lodging.
“Moreover, they may obtain month-to-month lease allowances according to provisions for officers not residing within the barracks. Upon completion of the brand new facility, these officers can be allotted housing items, making certain a seamless transition again to improved dwelling situations.
“We urge the general public to dismiss false narratives relating to this reconstruction and recognise the broader goal of enhancing police welfare. The NPF stays dedicated to the well-being of its personnel, understanding that dignified dwelling situations are important to efficient service supply.”
He added that the rebuilding of the barracks, which was finished by way of a Public-Non-public Partnership association, was geared toward offering secure lodging for officers.
Adejobi mentioned, “The IGP, by way of the NPF Property Improvement and Development Firm, has leveraged PPP preparations to rebuild present barracks and supply inexpensive housing for officers.
“PPP fashions, which combine personal sector funding into public infrastructure, have been efficiently adopted throughout numerous sectors in Nigeria, similar to rail initiatives and college hostels, and globally in police housing initiatives.
“The rebuilding of Falomo Barracks displays our unwavering resolve to offer secure, respectable housing for officers, a imaginative and prescient that aligns with international requirements and safeguards the way forward for those that serve. We attraction to the general public to assist these reforms, which goal to boost the standard of life for our officers and strengthen the inspiration of public service in Nigeria.”
He mentioned the reconstruction of the barracks was a results of a nationwide evaluation finished on barracks throughout the nation.
Adejobi mentioned, “A nationwide evaluation revealed that lower than 25% of police personnel have entry to sufficient barracks lodging, with 90% of present barracks falling into extreme disrepair. Many of those constructions are dangerously unsafe, posing a transparent danger to occupants.
“The pressing reconstruction of those amenities, together with Falomo Barracks, shouldn’t be solely needed however aligned with worldwide greatest practices to make sure the protection and well-being of our officers.”
