Kayode Egbetokun, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has urged traditional rulers across Nigeria to work closely with the police in advancing inclusive, intelligence-led policing as part of renewed efforts to combat crime and strengthen security at the grassroots.
Egbetokun made the call on Wednesday, when he received a delegation of traditional leaders at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.
The IGP underscored the critical role traditional institutions play in sustaining peace and security, stressing that their influence at the grassroots makes them indispensable partners in community policing.
He assured the royal fathers of the Force’s readiness to work closely with them to foster inclusivity and promote lasting stability.
Egbetokun noted that the Nigeria Police Force is prioritizing partnerships that align with its vision for a service-driven, rule-of-law-compliant, and technologically advanced policing system.
He emphasized that traditional leaders, as custodians of culture and grassroots governance, are strategic allies in the fight against crime.
According to a statement by Olumuyiwa Adejobi,
Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja delegation was led by Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, Alaafin of Oyo,
accompanied by his wife.
Other dignitaries included the Ataoja of Osogbo, the Olu of Ilaro, the Oloro of Oro, the Olusin of Ijora Isin, and Prince Akeem Adeyemi, a member of the House of Representatives.
Also present were other federal lawmakers and the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the South-West, Adebowale Williams
In a separate engagement, the IGP hosted Michal Cygan, Ambassador Designate of the Republic of Poland, alongside senior representatives of W-B Group, a leading Polish security solutions provider.
Discussions focused on the development of an integrated communication platform for the Nigeria Police Force to enhance its ICT compliance and bolster operational capabilities in crime prevention and investigation.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to reform, Egbetokun pledged to strengthen stakeholder collaboration, modernize policing methods, and fully embrace intelligence-led operations in line with global best practices.
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