IGP reaffirms commitment to reduce crime to barest minimum

May 21, 2024

Leveraging on the recent charge on succinct intelligence gathering and sharing for effective operational deployments by the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, the Force Intelligence Department Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT) has made significant strides in the ongoing efforts to combat crime and restore security in Delta State and beyond.

Following the recent tragic events in Ohoro Forest, Ughelli Delta State, where some police operatives were ambushed and gruesomely murdered, leading to the loss of thirteen (13) police rifles to the criminal suspects, the FID-IRT has successfully recovered ten (10) of these arms.

The Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) at Force Headquarters, Abuja, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, stated this in a press statement signed and made available to journalists on Tuesday in Abuja.

The statement added that during a coordinated operation, the gallant operatives of the FID-IRT engaged the suspects in a gun duel, which led to the neutralisation of some of the suspects, while the police operatives successfully reclaimed ten (10) of the stolen weapons and recovered some arms used by the assailants.

Additionally, the Nigeria Police has effectively addressed the kidnapping crisis that has plagued the Lagos-Ibadan motorway with the arrest of six (6) members of the notorious kidnapping gang terrorising the area.

According to Adejobi, “the suspects are currently in custody, cooperating with ongoing investigations.”.

Meanwhile, the IGP has reassured the public that the police will continue to employ all necessary measures to combat criminal activities across the nation as the safety and security of Nigerian citizens remain the top priority, stressing that the force is committed to maintaining peace and order through diligent and proactive efforts.

The police boss thereby reiterated the determination of his leadership to create a safe and secure environment for all citizens while appreciating their support and cooperation.

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