Sokoto CP Holds First Security Summit, Pushes Intelligence-Based Policing
The Commissioner of Police in Sokoto State, CP Hayatu Hassan Shaffa, has convened his first Strategic Security Conference, calling on senior officers to embrace intelligence -led policing, professionalism, and stronger ties with the public.
The meeting held at the State Police Command Headquarters, brought together top management staff, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), and heads of tactical units to reassess security approaches and improve operational efficiency.
In his address, CP Shaffa urged officers to shift from reactive responses to proactive, intelligence-driven strategies stressing that effective policing relies on timely information, increased visibility, and public cooperation.
He warned against acts of misconduct such as extortion, abuse of authority, and dereliction of duty, noting that such behaviour erodes public trust and weakens security efforts. He added that strict disciplinary measures would be enforced against erring personnel.
The police boss also directed commanders to enhance patrol visibility across urban areas and carry out unscheduled inspections of formations and patrol teams to ensure readiness.
He further emphasised the need for robust intelligence gathering and analysis to prevent crimes before they occur, while insisting that all operations must adhere strictly to the rule of law and respect for human rights.
CP Shaffa cautioned officers to maintain civility in their interactions with members of the public, highlighting the role of mutual respect in building trust and encouraging information sharing.
Additionally, he ordered the timely submission of Situation Reports (SITREPs) to aid swift decision-making and tasked DPOs with identifying and mapping crime prone areas for focused interventions.
The commissioner underscored the importance of collaboration with key stakeholders, including traditional rulers, religious leaders, youth groups, and the business community, to develop grassroots security solutions.
He also called on residents to support security agencies, noting that maintaining peace is a shared responsibility.
“Security is a collective effort. The police cannot do it alone; we need the cooperation of the public to achieve lasting peace” he said.
The conference concluded with a commitment from officers to implement the outlined strategies, with monitoring mechanisms to track compliance and effectiveness.
The statement was signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufa’i, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police.
