Nigeria Police Enhance International Security Collaboration with France and UK

The Nigeria Police Force, led by IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has strengthened international security ties by meeting with delegations from France and the UK. Discussions focused on cybercrime, anti-terrorism strategies, and enhancing cybersecurity cooperation. The engagements highlight Nigeria’s commitment to leveraging international partnerships for improved security operations.

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s dedication to international security collaboration by hosting high-level delegations from France and the United Kingdom at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. These meetings were conducted separately in the IGP Smart Conference Hall, emphasizing the need to enhance the Nigeria Police Force’s (NPF) capabilities in addressing emerging security challenges.

In the first engagement, IGP Egbetokun welcomed a French delegation led by Régis Colcombet, the Director of Defence and Security Cooperation. The discussions with this team, which included senior military officials from the French Embassy, focused on potential collaboration in cybercrime investigations, anti-terrorism strategies, training, and the sharing of equipment and knowledge.

In another meeting, IGP Egbetokun was represented by Taiwo Adeleke (AIG) and other senior officers during an encounter with the UK-Nigeria Cyber Security Delegation. This group comprised notable figures such as Mark Smith, the Country Director at the British High Commission’s Department of Business and Training, Dan Edmund, CEO of Espranaro Limited, and Morayo Adekunle, Deputy Director at the British High Commission. The dialogue emphasized understanding the evolving cyber threat landscape and enhancing bilateral cooperation in cybersecurity.

The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to leveraging global partnerships and embracing innovative strategies to bolster security operations and effectively combat new challenges.

In conclusion, recent engagements between the Nigeria Police Force and high-level delegations from France and the United Kingdom underscore Nigeria’s commitment to international security cooperation. By focusing on collaborative efforts in cybercrime, anti-terrorism, and cybersecurity, the NPF aims to enhance its operational capacity and adopt innovative solutions to address evolving security challenges.

Original Source: businessday.ng