Ep. 53: The State of Security in Abuja, Conversation with SP Josephine Adeh | The AfriOne Show

SP Adeh gave a candid overview of Abuja’s security landscape, highlighting both progress and challenges. She spoke on how the Command is tackling issues of urban crime, community safety, and the growing need for proactive policing in Nigeria’s capital.CSP Adeh reflected on her own role as a woman in law enforcement, underscoring how women bring empathy, balance, and community-centered thinking into policing. She advocated for more women in decision-making roles within security agencies as part of Africa’s broader leadership evolution.One of the central points she emphasized was the trust deficit between citizens and the police. She stressed that the Police Force must be seen not as an instrument of fear, but as a partner in community safety. She outlined efforts the Abuja Police Command is making to rebuild public confidence through outreach, transparency, and engagement.