Suppressing riots and managing large-scale civil unrest.
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 Nigeria Police Mobile Force (Mopol) MP3
Guarding critical national infrastructure like oil installations, pipelines, and banks. Suppressing riots and managing large-scale civil unrest
Providing high-risk escorts, election security, and participating in international peacekeeping missions with the UN and AU. Organizational Structure Its primary responsibilities include: The PMF consists of
Mopol operates as a tactical unit under the direct control of the . Its primary responsibilities include:
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.
Combatting armed groups, insurgencies, and organized crime.