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Insecurity: IGP, Egbetokun Swings Into Action Against Kidnappers In Abuja, Others

The move aims to address the escalating incidents of banditry and home invasions.

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In a move to eliminate insecurity in Abuja and other parts of Nigeria, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has convened a meeting with the Force Management Team and Tactical Squads.

VerseNews reports that the meeting focuses on a comprehensive review of current security challenges, strategic planning, and the deployment of tactical resources.

The IGP emphasized the need for a coordinated and intelligence-driven approach to tackle the evolving security landscape.

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While reassuring Nigerians, particularly residents of the FCT 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 criminal elements in the FCT and immediately restore normalcy”.

The statement added that “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 in deploying proactive measures to prevent criminal activities and protect citizens.

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The move aims to address the escalating incidents of banditry and home invasions.

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