The Bauchi State Police Command has cited shortages of manpower, arms, and ammunition as key challenges affecting its ability to tackle crime across the state.
The Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, made the disclosure on Thursday while hosting the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 12, Vungmoh Kwaimo, during an official visit to the command headquarters.
Aliyu noted that despite these limitations, the command had achieved significant success in maintaining Bauchi’s reputation as one of the most peaceful states in Nigeria.
However, he emphasized that the lack of personnel was constraining deployment and slowing responses to emerging security threats.
“At this point, it is pertinent to intimate the Assistant Inspector-General of Police on a few pressing concerns affecting the command’s operational capabilities.
The shortage of manpower is affecting deployment and our ability to respond swiftly, particularly in the light of increasing security threats across the state,” Aliyu said.
He added that more personnel were needed for quick intervention duties at Zone 12 headquarters and for overall reinforcement of the command’s workforce.
He also stressed the need for additional arms and ammunition to support ongoing operations against crime.
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Responding, Kwaimo commended the commissioner and officers for their dedication and acknowledged the concerns raised, pledging to escalate them to the relevant authorities.
“This is my first visit since assuming office on January 6, 2026. It reaffirms our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of lives and property, while upholding human rights and the rule of law,” he said.
The AIG highlighted the importance of discipline, accountability, and professionalism in policing, warning that no officer should compromise the integrity of the force.
He also stressed the need for community engagement, intelligence gathering, and the use of technology in modern policing.
“We will examine the challenges highlighted by the Commissioner of Police, particularly the issues of manpower shortages and other operational constraints, and do our best to address them,” Kwaimo added.
He reiterated that the police mission remains the protection of lives and property with honour and integrity, assuring residents of continued efforts to strengthen security across Bauchi State.