The Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun has sought security cooperation between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates.
According to him, enhanced cooperation between the two countries is essential to safeguard the interests of both nations’ citizens.
A statement on Wednesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said the IG stated this when he received the delegation from the UAE police.
He said, “The IGP, today, received a high-level delegation from the Dubai Police at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, a significant step towards fostering multi-faceted security cooperation between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates.
“During the meeting, the IGP emphasised the importance of collaboration in ensuring the safety and protection of citizens from both countries, noting that a considerable number of Nigerians live, work, and conduct business in Dubai, while many UAE nationals reside and engage in business activities in Nigeria, and as such enhanced cooperation is essential to safeguard the interests of both nations’ citizens.
“As the Chairman of the West African Police Chiefs Committee (WAPCCO), the IGP highlighted the strategic importance of this visit in strengthening policing partnerships not only between Nigeria and Dubai but also across the West African region, expressing his commitment to leveraging this opportunity to foster improved security collaborations, which will benefit the entire sub-region.”
The FPRO said the Dubai police delegation promised to collaborate with the NPF in intelligence sharing, joint training programmes and technological advancements in policing.
He said, “The Dubai Police delegation, led by Brigadier-General Adel Ahmad Moosa Sanqoor, Assistant of the General Director of Criminal Investigations, expressed appreciation for the warm reception and reiterated their commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force in the various areas of mutual interest, including intelligence sharing, joint training programmes and technological advancements in policing.
“The meeting concluded with a renewed pledge to deepen security ties and explore new avenues for cooperation, aimed at enhancing the safety and well-being of citizens in both countries and across the West African region.”