**Redeploying the Police: A Fresh Approach to Nigeria's Security Challenges** In the aftermath of the devastating attack in Kwara State that left at least 75 villagers dead, the Federal Government has taken a significant step to strengthen Nigeria's security framework. The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has been ordered to redeploy thousands of officers from their current assignments as VIP escorts to frontline security duties. This move marks a decisive shift in focus from protecting private individuals to enhancing public safety. For years, the allocation of police personnel to private protection has been a subject of criticism, with concerns that it has drained the police force of much-needed manpower for community policing. The redeployment will address this imbalance by returning officers to the frontlines, where they will be better positioned to tackle security threats and provide support to local communities. The redeployment has already been implemented, with thousands of officers being integrated into key security structures in various states, including Kwara, Plateau, Benue, Kogi, Nasarawa, Niger, and the Federal Capital Territory. The enhanced security presence will also be felt around places of worship, with increased visible deployment around churches during Sunday services, in coordination with community and faith leaders. This renewed commitment to security follows a series of attacks on communities in various parts of the country, including Kwara, Katsina, and Benue states. The Northern States Governors' Forum has condemned these attacks as "barbaric, senseless, and a direct assault on the collective conscience of the nation." In response, President Bola Tinubu has ordered the deployment of an army battalion to Kwara State to reinforce security operations and restore calm in the affected communities. While the government acknowledges the importance of international cooperation in addressing security challenges, it remains committed to a Nigerian-led and sovereignty-driven approach to counter-terrorism. The redeployment of police officers from VIP escort duties to frontline security is a crucial step towards strengthening Nigeria's security framework and addressing the country's pressing security concerns. As the government continues to implement measures to enhance public safety, Nigerians can expect a more robust and effective security presence in their communities.