The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has summoned his senior officers to a meeting in Abuja.
This development followed worsening insecurity across the country, especially kidnappings in the Federal Capital Territory in Abuja.
Among those summoned by Egbetokun were members of the Force Management Team and head of Tactical Squads.
The Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi said that, the IGP expressed deep concerns over the unfortunate events across the country and emphasised the need for decisive action to curb such heinous crimes.
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Three out of 10 kidnapped persons in Abuja, which included a family of seven, had been killed by their abductors.
One of those killed was a 13-year-old student.
During the meeting convened by the IGP, which centred on a comprehensive review of current security challenges, strategic planning and the deployment of tactical resources to tackle emerging threats, Egbetokun emphasised the need for a coordinated and intelligence-driven approach to address the evolving security landscape.
Adejobi, an Assistant Superintendent of Police, said the 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, of improved security, the IGP ordered the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Department of Operations to personally coordinate the upscaled security strategies emplaced to decimate kidnappers and other criminally minded individuals in the FCT and immediately restore normalcy.
In addition to operational strategies, Egbetokun 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.
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