Nigeria’s Police Chief Calls for Intensified Intelligence Operations Against Kidnapping
Nigeria’s Police Chief Calls for Intensified Intelligence Operations Against Kidnapping
Nigeria’s Police Chief Calls for Intensified Intelligence Operations Against Kidnapping
By Ayshatu S. Rabo
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has mandated an escalation in intelligence operations to combat the persistent kidnapping threats in Nigeria. The directive was given to the Force Intelligence Department and the wider intelligence community, emphasising the need for enhanced intelligence gathering and operational coordination.
Acknowledging the significant security challenges posed by kidnappings, the IGP has committed the Nigeria Police Force to deploy all necessary resources to ensure the safety of Nigerians. The intelligence units are tasked with gathering actionable intelligence on kidnapping rings and improving collaboration with other law enforcement agencies.
In a related development, the IGP hosted a strategic meeting with representatives from the US Treasury Department and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting focused on bolstering financial intelligence to combat corruption, counterterrorism financing, and money laundering.
IGP Egbetokun commended the dedication of intelligence operatives and reassured the nation of the Police Force’s determination to continue the fight against kidnapping and other criminal activities, with the goal of bringing offenders to justice.
Nigeria’s Police Chief Calls for Intensified Intelligence Operations Against Kidnapping
