The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Thursday reaffirmed that intelligence gathering remains the bedrock of effective policing in the 21st century.
He emphasised that under his leadership, the Force is committed to harnessing technology, innovation, and expertise—both indigenous and foreign—to stay ahead of emerging security threats.
The IGP stated this during an inspection of state-of-the-art intelligence installations at Idu Community in Abuja, as part of ongoing efforts to bolster intelligence-led policing as a vital component of internal security management.
This was contained in a statement issued to newsmen in Abuja by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Deputy Commissioner of Police, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
According to the statement, “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 the national security architecture.”
The statement added that the partnership would not only strengthen the Force’s operational capabilities but also deepen community trust and synergy with critical stakeholders in the security sector.
IGP Egbetokun reiterated his commitment to deploying cutting-edge technology in policing Nigeria and commended the expertise of EIB STRATOC.
He further called on other security experts and Nigerians at large to collaborate with the Nigeria Police and other security agencies in advancing technology-driven intelligence gathering for a more effective internal and national security framework.
Dr. Bright Echefu, Chairman of EIB STRATOC, expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General for his forward-thinking leadership and commitment to indigenous solutions.
“We are grateful to the IGP for recognising and supporting local expertise. EIB STRATOC remains dedicated to providing innovative security solutions that will continue to enhance national security,” he said.
The Police boss was accompanied during the inspection by top police officers, including DIG Ben Nebeolisa Okolo (Force Intelligence Department), DIG Adebowale Williams (ICT), AIG Adeleke Taiwo (Department of Operations), CP Felix Obe (Federal Operations), among others.
