Guarding critical national infrastructure like oil installations, pipelines, and banks.

Providing high-risk escorts, election security, and participating in international peacekeeping missions with the UN and AU. Organizational Structure

Combatting armed groups, insurgencies, and organized crime.

The , commonly referred to as Mopol , is the elite paramilitary strike arm of the Nigeria Police Force. Established in 1962, it was designed as a rapid-response unit to tackle high-risk security threats that exceed the capacity of conventional police units, such as riots, civil disturbances, and violent crime. Core Mandate and Operations

Mopol operates as a tactical unit under the direct control of the . Its primary responsibilities include:

Suppressing riots and managing large-scale civil unrest.

The PMF consists of approximately 40,000 personnel organized into . These squadrons are distributed across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to ensure nationwide coverage.