Insecurity: Nigeria Police, U.S. INL review strategic partnership

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has reiterated the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to strengthening cooperation with the United States Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) and other international partners for adoption of global best practices aimed at improving service delivery and ensuring a safer and more secure Nigeria.

Egbetokun said this while receiving the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the INL Washington Bureau, Ms Maggie Nardi, and her delegation on a courtesy visit to the Force Headquarters, Abuja.

Egbetokun expressed appreciation for the continued partnership and support of the INL, particularly in the area of tactical capacity development.

He highlighted the positive impact of INL-supported training initiatives on the operational performance of the Special Intervention Squad (SIS), noting the professionalism and discipline displayed by its officers in recent operations.

During the meeting, Ms. Nardi reaffirmed the INL’s commitment to supporting the Nigeria Police Force through expanded specialized training programmes and the provision of modern operational equipment.

She emphasised the importance of sustained collaboration in building institutional capacity and enhancing operational effectiveness.

The delegation which comprised of Mr. Jacob Wright, Senior Advisor, INL, and Mr. Grane Douglas, Acting Director, INL Abuja, reviewed with the Nigeria Police Force ongoing areas of cooperation and explored avenues for strengthening institutional engagement in policing and internal security development.