Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to overcoming Nigeria’s security challenges, declaring that “Nigeria shall prevail.” He made this statement during the 2026 National Police Day celebration in Abuja, where he praised the resilience of the Nigeria Police Force and called for stronger collaboration between citizens and law enforcement.
A Covenant for Reform
Shettima described the National Police Day as more than a commemoration it is a covenant to build a police institution anchored on excellence, accountability, courage, and service. He urged officers to uphold integrity and discipline, stressing that their conduct must inspire public confidence.
Citizens as Partners in Security
The Vice President emphasized that security cannot be outsourced to uniforms alone. He called on community leaders, religious institutions, civil society, and the private sector to work hand-in-hand with the police in safeguarding lives and property. According to him, national peace and stability depend on collective responsibility.
Police Responsiveness
Shettima charged the police leadership to remain attentive to citizens’ concerns, respectful of human dignity, and committed to reforms that strengthen trust between the force and the public. He noted that the government is determined to support the police in fulfilling their constitutional mandate.
Broader Significance
The event, attended by senior government officials and security chiefs, highlighted ongoing reforms aimed at rebuilding trust in Nigeria’s policing system. Shettima’s remarks reinforced the administration’s narrative that insecurity, though persistent, can be defeated through resilience, reform, and unity.
