Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Thursday, conducted an inspection of advanced intelligence facilities located in the Idu community of Abuja, as part of the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to enhancing internal security through a transition to intelligence-led policing strategies.
Gatekeepers News reports that the visit formed part of the strategic engagements of the Nigeria Police Force with indigenous security experts, particularly EIB STRATOC, a homegrown security solutions provider, in pursuit of stronger collaboration towards enhancing national security architecture.
During the inspection along with DIG Ben Nebeolisa Okolo, fdc (Force Intelligence Department), DIG Adebowale Williams, fdc (ICT), AIG Adeleke Taiwo (Depratment of Operations), CP Felix Obe (Federal Operations) and other senior police officers, the IGP noted that intelligence gathering remains the bedrock of effective policing in the 21st century.
He emphasised that the Force under his leadership is committed to harnessing technology, innovation, and expertise, both indigenous and foreign, to stay ahead of emerging threats.
The Police boss assured that the partnership will not only strengthen the Force’s operational capabilities but also deepen community trust and synergy with critical stakeholders in the security sector.
The Inspector-General reiterated his commitment to improved cutting-edge technology for policing Nigeria, and commended the expertise of EIB STRATOC while calling on other security experts and Nigerians to collaborate with the Nigeria Police and other security agencies for improved technology-driven intelligence gathering for a more effective internal and national security architecture.
