Delta Government Approves ₦34 Billion to Build Police Divisional Headquarters Across 25 LGAs
Delta State to Construct Police Headquarters in All 25 LGAs with ₦34 Billion Investment
The government of Delta State has approved ₦34 billion for the construction of police divisional headquarters across its 25 local government areas, as part of efforts to strengthen security infrastructure and prepare for potential decentralisation of policing in Nigeria.
The approval was announced after a meeting of the Delta State Executive Council, according to the News Agency of Nigeria, the project will also include the establishment of a Special Police Protection Unit to enhance law enforcement capacity across the state.
State officials said the initiative forms part of a broader package of infrastructure and social development projects valued at over ₦400 billion, approved by the council across multiple sectors including roads, electricity, education, housing, and the judiciary.
Security infrastructure expansion across all LGAs
Speaking after the executive council meeting, the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, stated that the government intends to construct modern, state-of-the-art police divisional headquarters in each of the state’s local government areas.
According to him, the investment reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring public safety while improving the operational capacity of security agencies.
He noted that the new facilities will complement existing security frameworks and strengthen law enforcement presence across communities.
Officials also indicated that the initiative aligns with the government’s responsibility to protect residents and maintain stability within the state.
Linked to emerging policy on state policing
The decision also reflects growing national discussions around decentralising Nigeria’s policing structure.
State authorities said the infrastructure programme is designed to prepare Delta State for potential policy changes that could allow subnational governments to establish state-controlled police forces.
Nigeria’s federal authorities have increasingly explored constitutional reforms aimed at enabling state policing to address security challenges more effectively.
In February 2026, President Bola Tinubu urged the leadership of the 10th National Assembly to initiate constitutional amendments that would create a legal framework for the establishment of state police.
Supporters of the reform argue that decentralised policing could allow state governments to respond more rapidly to security threats within their jurisdictions.
Additional projects approved by the council
Beyond the police infrastructure initiative, the Delta State Executive Council approved funding for several development projects aimed at improving infrastructure and public services.
Key approvals include:
More than 50 road construction and rehabilitation projects across the state
₦5 billion to support electricity supply in collaboration with the Rural Electrification Agency
₦1.5 billion for the second phase of the state’s social investment intervention programme
Construction of 10 residential quarters for judges, with five located in Asaba and five in Osubi
Renovation of 16 Customary Courts and 26 Magistrates’ Courts to improve judicial infrastructure.
Officials said the projects aim to improve living standards while supporting economic development across communities.
Implications for security and governance
Investment in police infrastructure reflects a broader push by state governments to strengthen internal security amid persistent threats such as banditry, terrorism, and organised crime in various parts of Nigeria.
While policing currently remains under federal control, ongoing legislative debates suggest that states could play a more direct role in law enforcement if constitutional reforms are adopted.
For Delta State, the planned construction of police divisional headquarters across all local government areas could serve as a foundational step toward future state-level policing structures.
Outlook
The ₦34 billion security infrastructure investment underscores Delta State’s strategy to expand law enforcement capacity while aligning with emerging national discussions on policing reforms.
As Nigeria continues to explore decentralised security frameworks, state-level investments in police infrastructure may become increasingly important in strengthening local responses to evolving security challenges.
