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Minister of Police Affairs Ibrahim Gaidam has harped on the need to use high-resolution drones for police surveillance in the 36 states and Abuja.
In this regard, Gaidam has urged the federal, state and local governments, as well as the private sector, to cooperate in procuring the equipment.
A statement by Bolaji Oladimeji Kazeem, Deputy Director/Head of Information and Public Relations Unit of the Ministry, indicated that the Minister made this known during a book launch.
Represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr Ogbonnaya Nlia, Gaidam said the high-resolution drone surveillance will enable the Nigeria Police to gather intelligence and stay ahead of criminals such as bandits, kidnappers, illegal miners, terrorists and anarchists in the country.
The Minister stated that the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Police Affairs, has significantly improved intelligence sharing among security agencies, thereby reducing the tendency for criminals to operate in silos by providing a platform for interaction and cooperation.
He noted that the Ministry has rallied stakeholders to participate in the West African Police Information System (WAPIS) and Interpol’s 24/7 facility, highlighting the importance of information sharing in strengthening national security.
He said the Ministry of Police Affairs remains committed to implementing sustainable policies and programmes that will reform, re-equip, retrain and motivate officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force.
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Representative of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, AIG Zone 7, Victor Olaiya, commended the author for creating an intellectually enriching book.
“At a time when clarity in communication, precision in policy direction, and sound decision-making play pivotal roles in national governance, this publication arrives as both timely and impactful.
“It offers valuable insights that will undoubtedly benefit policy practitioners, public administrators, institutions and stakeholders across multiple sectors.”
He made it clear that the Nigeria Police Force acknowledges the critical importance of effective policy dissemination in enhancing internal administration, strengthening institutional efficiency and deepening public trust.
Author of the book, Mr Kazeem, said he was pleased to have accomplished the task of compiling feature articles that project, analyse and critique government policies.
He said the main goal was to create awareness and showcase government activities, while reinforcing the potential of the Information cadre’s contributions to national development.
