{"id":131045,"date":"2026-09-14T09:30:56","date_gmt":"2026-09-14T09:30:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guardian.ng\/tv\/?p=131045"},"modified":"2026-10-20T10:47:12","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T10:47:12","slug":"reviving-mopol-the-right-move-against-insecurity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guardian.ng\/tv\/reviving-mopol-the-right-move-against-insecurity\/","title":{"rendered":"Reviving MOPOL: The right move against insecurity"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"dailymotion-player\"><script src=\"https:\/\/geo.dailymotion.com\/player\/x1ee8e.js\" data-video=\"xb7jcum\"><\/script><\/div><br><br><p>\nIs bringing back the MOPOL the answer to Nigeria&#8217;s severe insecurity crisis? This video dives into the pressing issues of kidnapping and insurgency plaguing the nation, and explores how the proposed revival of the Mobile Police Force could be a game-changer.<\/p>\n<p>With concerns about terrorism and particularly kidnapping growing, the Inspector General of Police&#8217;s suggestion to retrain and refresh the MOPOL is a significant development. The hope is that these re-energized units will be specifically equipped and mentally prepared to tackle the rising tide of criminal activity.<\/p>\n<p>While the potential benefits are clear, history reminds us of past MOPOL excesses. This discussion critically examines the need for effective retraining to ensure the new MOPOL addresses insecurity without repeating past mistakes. Join us as we analyze whether this strategic revival is the crucial step Nigeria needs to combat terrorism, kidnapping, and insurgency.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is bringing back the MOPOL the answer to Nigeria&#8217;s severe insecurity crisis? This video dives into the pressing issues of kidnapping and insurgency plaguing the nation, and explores how the proposed revival of the Mobile Police Force could be a game-changer. 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