RismadarVoice Reporters, April 1, 2026
The newly appointed Commissioner of Police in Jigawa State, Haruna Alaba, has outlined a seven-point agenda aimed at strengthening security through intelligence-led policing, community engagement, and a firm crackdown on criminal activities.
Alaba, who assumed office following the redeployment of his predecessor, Muhammad Dahiru, made his priorities known during his maiden press briefing on Tuesday at the State Police Headquarters in Dutse.
The Commissioner, a native of Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State, was enlisted into the Nigeria Police Force on May 18, 1992, as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police.
Speaking to journalists, Alaba emphasised that his administration would focus on enhancing intelligence gathering and information-sharing systems to proactively prevent crime across the state.
“We will intensify intelligence gathering and sharing mechanisms across the state, leveraging community-based intelligence to preempt crime before it occurs,” he said.
Highlighting the importance of public trust, the CP stressed that effective policing cannot be achieved without the cooperation of residents. He pledged to deepen community policing through regular engagement with traditional rulers, religious leaders, youth groups, and other stakeholders to promote transparency and accountability.
Alaba also declared a zero-tolerance stance on crime, warning that the command would decisively tackle armed robbery, cattle rustling, drug trafficking, vandalism, and other criminal activities.
“We will ensure that criminals have no safe haven anywhere in the state,” he stated.
The police boss further underscored the need for professionalism and respect for human rights, noting that officers would be held accountable for their conduct.
As part of efforts to improve security operations, Alaba said the command would enhance patrols, ensure strategic deployment of personnel, and strengthen rapid response to emergencies to guarantee a visible police presence across communities.
He identified key security challenges in the state to include cattle rustling, vandalism, drug abuse, and motorcycle snatching, adding that efforts would be intensified to dismantle criminal networks.
On capacity development, the CP assured that continuous training, retraining, and improved welfare for officers would be prioritised to boost efficiency and service delivery.
Calling for public support, Alaba urged residents to provide timely and credible information to security agencies, stressing that maintaining security is a collective responsibility.
He reaffirmed his commitment to fairness, justice, and the rule of law throughout his tenure.
