INSECURITY: IGP DIRECTS TACTICAL TROOPS TO BE DEPLOYED

Babatunji Wusu –

In an attempt to contain the alarming extent of insecurity that has spread throughout the nation, particularly in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has ordered tactical units to be sent in. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) in Charge of Operations was given the directive by the police chief yesterday during a meeting with the Force Management Team and Tactical Squads. The DIG was told to “coordinate the up scaled security strategies emplaced to decimate kidnappers and other criminally minded individuals in the FCT, and immediately restore normalcy.” In the past few weeks, suspected terrorists have attacked numerous localities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

who abducted locals and demanded ransom payments totaling hundreds of millions of naira, even if some of the victims perished in the process. The IGP expressed grave worries about the development, but emphasized that swift action was required to stop these horrible atrocities.

A statement yesterday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, read in part: “During the meeting which centred on a comprehensive review of current security challenges, strategic planning, and the deployment of tactical resources to tackle emerging threats, the IGP emphasised the need for a coordinated and intelligence-driven approach to address the evolving security landscape. “Tactical squads were briefed and directed to intensify efforts on the deployment of proactive measures to prevent criminal activities and protect citizens. “While reassuring Nigerians, especially residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), of improved security, the IGP ordered the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Department of Operations, to personally coordinate the up scaled security strategies emplaced to decimate kidnappers and other criminally minded individuals in the FCT, and immediately restore normalcy. “In addition to operational strategies, the IGP underscored the significance of community engagement and collaboration with relevant stakeholders to gather information, enhance trust, and foster a collective effort in combating criminal elements.”