In response to the persistent threat of kidnapping and terrorism in Nigeria, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has called upon the Force Intelligence Department (FID) and the broader intelligence community to escalate their operations and intelligence gathering capabilities.

Highlighting the severity of kidnapping and related security challenges across the nation, the IGP emphasized the need for proactive measures to safeguard the safety and well-being of citizens. The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is poised to deploy all necessary resources and strategies to combat these crimes effectively.

The IGP has directed the Force Intelligence Department to intensify intelligence gathering efforts and collaborate closely with other law enforcement agencies and stakeholders to gather actionable intelligence on kidnapping syndicates nationwide. Enhanced coordination and information sharing among intelligence agencies are crucial for targeted operations against kidnappers and their networks.

Furthermore, on Wednesday, March 20th, 2024, the Inspector General of Police hosted delegates from the US Treasury Department and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) for a strategic meeting at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting focused on enhancing financial intelligence capabilities to combat corruption, counterterrorism financing, and money laundering. Both parties underscored the vital role of financial intelligence in combating illicit activities and reaffirmed their commitment to collaborative efforts for national security and financial system integrity.

The IGP commended intelligence operatives for their efforts in addressing current security challenges and assured the public of the NPF’s determination to bring perpetrators of these crimes to justice.