The Inspector General of Police of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has joined senior police leaders from 51 African nations at the 12th Steering Committee of the African Union Mechanism for Police Cooperation (AFRIPOL) in Algiers, Algeria.
The ongoing summit, scheduled for October 29-30, 2024, brings together police chiefs from across the continent to address critical security issues affecting Africa, including terrorism, human trafficking, and cyber-crime.
IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun
The AFRIPOL meeting serves as a vital platform for African Union (AU) member states to discuss collaborative strategies against security threats that cross borders. The discussions are expected to yield actionable solutions and reinforce regional cooperation among law enforcement agencies. “The high-level engagement of police institutions from different African regions marks a decisive step towards stronger unity and collaborative defense mechanisms across the continent,” a representative noted.
IGP Egbetokun’s participation is significant, as he represents not only Nigeria, the most populous black nation but also serves as Chairman of the West African Police Chiefs’ Committee (WAPCCO). The NPF under his leadership, aims to leverage insights from the summit to implement effective border security measures, curbing crime rates, particularly in border regions.
“Our objective is to protect our borders and prevent crime from destabilizing communities. This summit offers a valuable opportunity for strategic collaboration with our neighboring countries,” Egbetokun stated.
According to fasnewsng.com, the AFRIPOL meeting emphasizes actionable frameworks to address emerging threats to the continent’s security. The outcomes are expected to support ongoing efforts within the NPF and contribute significantly to regional security.
The forum, which has attracted senior representatives from each member state, also aims to enhance coordination on combating terrorism and limiting financial networks linked to organized crime. It is anticipated that the joint effort will fortify Africa’s capacity to counter these challenges effectively.
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