Highlight

FCT security gets boost as NAF, NPF agree to join forces

1.1k
Advertisement




In a strategic move to bolster security in the nation’s capital, the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) and the Nigeria Police have agreed to collaborate and synergize in addressing security challenges facing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Specifically, the two security organizations agreed on collaboration, intelligence sharing, and mutual support in achieving sustainable peace and safety for residents.

The agreement was reached during a courtesy visit by Group Capt. H.S. Ibrahim, Commander of the 053 Nigerian Air Force Base in Abuja, to FCT Police Commissioner Ajao Adewale at the police command’s headquarters in Garki II, Abuja, on Tuesday.

Persecondnews reports that the meeting underscores the importance of inter-agency collaboration in addressing security challenges.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, in a statement sent to Persecondnews on Tuesday, said during the visit, both officers emphasized the need for collaboration, intelligence sharing among others to secure Abuja by complementing the police with aerial surveillance.

The statement reads: “The Commissioner of Police expressed his appreciation for the visit and reaffirmed the Police Command’s commitment to maintaining a strong working relationship with the Air Force and other sister agencies.

“The Commissioner of Police FCT reiterates his commitment to working with all sister security agencies in ensuring the safety of all residents within the Federal Capital Territory.”

Author

See also  Exclusive: Open grazing in the FCT: Nine months on, herders defy Wike

Leave a comment

Related Articles

US Court Blocks Trump’s Visa Suspension for Nigeria, 74 Countries

A US federal judge has struck down the Trump administration’s policy suspending...

Peter Obi Launches 2027 Presidential Campaign with New Blueprint for Nigeria

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has...

Tinubu Sets Up 2027 Presidential Campaign Machinery, Appoints Yari DG, Uzodimma Secretary

To kick off electioneering ahead of the 2027 general elections, President Bola...

Eid ul Mawlid: FG Declares August 25 Public Holiday

By Omoyeni Ojeifo The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, a...