Keffi:Nasarawa: A Forensic Science Club has been inaugurated at the Federal Government College (FGC) in Keffi, Nasarawa, with the aim of promoting practical science education and bolstering crime prevention efforts among students.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the initiative was introduced by the Federal Ministry of Education to strengthen science education and foster critical thinking and investigative skills among students. During the inauguration, Dr. Folake Olatunji-David, Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, emphasized the club’s role in exposing students to fields such as cybersecurity, digital forensics, criminology, and biotechnology.
Isaac Akpomoshi, a legal practitioner and forensic expert, explained that the initiative is part of a pilot program by Forensic Guards Nigeria and Forensic Guards Africa. This program aims to educate students on the application of forensic science in criminal and civil investigations, thereby empowering them with practical knowledge to contribute to societal safety.
The club is designed to provide students with hands-on learning experiences through practical demonstrations and interactive sessions. Okpara Orji, Legal Adviser, highlighted the importance of forensic examination in criminal proceedings and encouraged students from diverse academic backgrounds to engage with the program. Orji noted that the club’s motto, “Where evidence speaks, justice prevails,” reinforces the significance of scientific evidence in resolving disputes.
Amb. Abraham Kwaghfan, Executive Secretary of Forensic Guards Nigeria, discussed the necessity of introducing forensic awareness at an early age to address minor offences in schools. He demonstrated crime scene protection techniques and stressed the importance of evidence preservation to prevent contamination during investigations.
The event also included discussions on the 25 disciplines of forensic science and their applications, aligning with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime’s Education for Justice program, which uses education as a tool for crime prevention and reinforcing the rule of law. The initiative is expected to foster practical learning, scientific inquiry, and increased crime prevention awareness among students.