Police Acquire New Tech to Boost Crime-Fighting, Launch Training for Intelligence Unit

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has upgraded its crime-fighting tools with the acquisition of cutting-edge technological devices and applications for its Technical Intelligence Unit (TIU), aimed at enhancing the detection, prevention, and swift arrest of criminals.

Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, said the new equipment is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the Force’s response to violent crimes and significantly improve intelligence gathering nationwide.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who revealed that alongside the deployment of these technologies, the IGP has approved the immediate commencement of intensive training for personnel of the TIU.

“Similarly, the IGP has also directed the commencement of comprehensive training programs for personnel of the Force’s Technical Intelligence Unit (TIU) in line with global intelligence standards. These rigorous training programs are designed to equip them with the prerequisite knowledge to operate the newly deployed technologies, ensuring the Force remains adaptable and capable in the face of evolving criminal trends and practices,” the statement read.

According to the police, the evolving nature of crime in Nigeria and globally has necessitated a consistent upgrade of strategies, with an emphasis on intelligence-led and technology-driven policing.

“The continuous change in crime dynamics globally and within Nigeria informs the timely and consistent efforts of the IGP at improving and upscaling police crime fighting approach to intelligence and technology driven. The recent successes recorded, including the arrest of notorious arms peddling gang operating in Benue, Taraba, Adamawa and, Plateau States, and numerous arrests in recent weeks are all gains of the improved effectiveness of our intelligence-led policing,” the statement added.

The IGP reaffirmed his commitment to positioning the Nigeria Police Force for proactive crime prevention and effective response to emerging security challenges.

“The Inspector-General of Police therefore reaffirms the dedication of the Nigeria Police Force under his leadership to emplacing measures to prevent crimes and criminality across the country while assuring Nigerians of robust response to emerging security threats,” the statement concluded.