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IGP Acquires New Operational Assets to Tackle Insecurity, Improve Police Welfare

Kehinde Fajobi

Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has procured new operational assets, including Hilux vehicles, Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs), body armour, and anti-riot equipment to bolster the Nigeria Police Forceโ€™s capacity in confronting security challenges.

IGP Egbetokun said, โ€œThese assets will soon be commissioned by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.โ€

He emphasised that these resources are essential for improving the effectiveness of police officers in serving the public.

In a statement, Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi detailed other improvements, including new barracks, command headquarters, and police stations across several states to enhance working conditions for officers.

Adejobi said, โ€œAs part of a broader initiative aimed at improving personnel welfare, the Inspector-General of Police is set to commission several ultra-modern police barracks, buildings, and command headquarters across various states including Adamawa, Sokoto, Jigawa, Nassarawa, and Katsina.โ€

The statement further noted that the IGP has already spearheaded several major projects, such as the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Center and the new Ogun State Command Headquarters.

โ€œThe Nigeria Police Force remains dedicated to improving the welfare of its personnel and ensuring they have the necessary resources to perform their duties efficiently,โ€ the statement concluded.