The Nigerian Senate has officially authorized the recruitment of 30,000 new officers for the Nigeria Police Force, aiming to address the ongoing shortage and bolster the country’s security framework . The approval came through the Senate Committee on Police Affairs, following the federal government’s endorsement of the initiative, which was announced on Friday, June 27, 2025 .
Authority for the recruitment exercise will be handed over to the Police Service Commission, marking a significant step in the implementation process. This drive is part of a broader plan to not only fill existing gaps but also sustain the increase in manpower through annual recruitment cycles, gradually closing the personnel deficit .
To maintain transparency and curb fraudulent activities, Nigerians are advised to keep an eye on official notices in national newspapers and avoid falling prey to deceitful agents during the recruitment phase .
Currently, the Police Force numbers around 371,800 officers, with strategic plans in motion to expand the workforce to 650,000, aligning with broader objectives to fortify law enforcement presence nationwide .
