Abayomi Mighty, Nigeria’s leading 2027 presidential aspirant, has reacted to the recent protest by rank-and-file officers of the Nigeria Police Force at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, describing it as a tragic reflection of deep-rooted systemic neglect within Nigeria’s security architecture.
Speaking during an emergency security policy briefing in Port Harcourt, Abayomi Mighty expressed deep concern that the very officers entrusted with the safety of citizens have been pushed to the brink of public protest due to unpaid allowances, poor welfare, and operational frustrations.
He stated, “When the protectors of society are forced to protest for their basic entitlements, it signals a governance failure of the highest order. It shows that the current administration has abandoned not just citizens but those sworn to protect them.”
He emphasised that under his presidency, the Nigeria Police Force will undergo a comprehensive reform anchored on four pillars:
- Welfare and Remuneration Reform: Timely payment of salaries, allowances, pensions, and provision of decent accommodation to restore morale and dignity.
- Capacity Development and Reorientation: Continuous training in modern policing, intelligence gathering, and ethical conduct to rebuild professionalism.
- Community Policing Implementation: Decentralising security for proactive, intelligence-based community protection across local governments.
- Digitalisation and Operational Efficiency: Deploying digital crime tracking, surveillance, and evidence management systems for improved security delivery.
“Nigeria’s security architecture cannot function effectively with officers who are neglected, underpaid, and demoralised. My presidency will prioritise the welfare, training, and operational effectiveness of every security personnel because national security begins with the security of those who secure us,” he declared.
Abayomi Mighty concluded by urging President Tinubu to address the demands of protesting officers swiftly and holistically, noting that the dignity and morale of security agents are non-negotiable pillars of national stability.
“Nigeria deserves a security system that works – not through intimidation, but through dignified, well-resourced, and purpose-driven officers,” he affirmed.
