In connection with a number of criminal offenses, including terrorism, secessionism, kidnapping, armed robbery, banditry, and the proliferation of weaponry, Nigerian police have reported the arrest of 3,619 people. This information was disclosed by Usman Baba, the Inspector General of Police, at an Abuja meeting with Strategic Police Managers.
316 abduction victims were freed, and 486 weapons, including AK-47 rifles and locally made automatic weapons, were found during police operations carried out between January and May. Additionally, 4,072 different calibers of live ammunition as well as other incriminating goods linked to serious crimes were recovered by the police.
The country’s internal security situation has improved during the last five months, according to the Inspector-General of Police. Electoral violations committed during the most recent electioneering process, which accounted for a total of 1,630 instances, were the only major offences that had decreased across the six geographic zones.
Despite these achievements, the police emphasized possible security dangers, such as probable industrial action after the withdrawal of gasoline subsidies. For both political and non-political players, they underlined the need for proactive crime management strategies.
The Inspector-General of Police urged all officers to remain concentrated on keeping an eye on election tribunals and forthcoming labor disputes, especially since Democracy Day, on June 12, preparations were under way. He emphasized how crucial it was to keep the nation’s democracy peaceful and stable.
The Inspector-General also stressed the significance of the Nigeria Police supporting the security plans and programs of the new Federal Government administration. To do this, effective coordination and cooperation with other security services and the intelligence community must be fostered. All security agencies have been instructed by the Federal Government to avoid disagreements or operations that serve dual purposes, as these could result in inter-agency rivalry in the battle against crime.
The Inspector-General advised police officers to continue their interactions with other security organizations and stakeholders within their individual Areas of Responsibilities (AORs). With this strategy, crimes across Nigeria are intended to be reduced using a “Whole of Society” strategy.
As the country develops, the Nigerian Police are dedicated to implementing cutting-edge security measures and collaborating with other organizations to guarantee the safety and security of the nation.
