The Safety And Training Process Vis-A-Vis The Challenges Being Faced In An Organisation. A Case Study Of The Nigeria Police Force

Oluwafunmito Serah Balogun, Samson Omoruyi Ugowe, Edward Nii Odai Botchway

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This study investigates the role of safety and training in enhancing the performance, job satisfaction, and organisational effectiveness of officers within the Nigeria Police Force. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were gathered from 94 officers across key departments at the Force Headquarters Annex in Lagos. Findings reveal that while safety and training are widely recognised as critical to operational success, significant gaps exist in implementation ranging from outdated curricula and inconsistent safety measures to the lack of structured post-training evaluation. A chi-square analysis confirmed a statistically significant relationship between participation in training programmes and self-reported improvements in officer performance (p < 0.01). Qualitative insights further highlight concerns around training relevance, equity in access, and the absence of supportive infrastructure. The study concludes that for the Nigeria Police Force to meet contemporary security demands, there must be a shift from tokenistic training to structured, evaluated, and safety-conscious professional development. It recommends the institutionalisation of transparent training policies, regular review of content, and adequate investment in protective resources. 

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Police training, occupational safety, officer performance, Nigeria Police Force, professional development, law enforcement reform.

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