Benue SUBEB, police partner on Security in Schools
Chairman of Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr. Grace Adagba, has sought collaboration between the board and Police to bolster security measures in basic education schools across the state.
Adagba spoke during a visit to the Commissioner of Police, Steve Yabanet, at the Police Headquarters Makurdi.
In a statement by the board’s spokesperson, Akese Emmanuella, the chairman emphasised the imperative of fostering a harmonious relationship with the police, highlighting the incessant challenges of theft, vandalism and other security breaches plaguing public schools.
She cited a recent incident in Makurdi, where there was an attempted abduction of school children, underscoring the urgent need for ensuring the safety of learners, teachers and school property.
Yabanet acknowledged the existing synergy between the police and schools, particularly through initiatives like the Safe Schools programme.
He urged school administrators to maintain close communication with security agencies, ensuring they have access to emergency contact numbers of law enforcement agents within their vicinity.
This proactive approach, he emphasised, would facilitate prompt response to security incidents, thereby fostering a conducive environment for teaching and learning.
Highlighting the effectiveness of such collaborations, Yabanet shared a recent success story where the police thwarted an attempted kidnapping at a school in Makurdi, underscoring the importance of continuous cooperation between SUBEB and law enforcement agencies.
The meeting concluded with both parties reaffirming their commitment to a robust partnership aimed at safeguarding schools and preserving the well-being of learners and staff members.
