…..As IGP Receives Honourable Minister, UK Home Office on a Courtesy Visit.
Following the Honourable Lord David George Hanson, Minister of the Home Office, United Kingdom, paying a courtesy call at the Force Headquarters, Louis Edet House, Abuja, today, April 29, 2025, Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to inter-agency and international cooperation in the fight against transnational crime.
According to a press release on Tuesday, 29th April 2025, signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, during the meeting, Lord Hanson emphasised the significant threat posed by transnational crime, particularly fraud, acknowledging it as a major area of concern for both the UK and Nigeria.
He expressed his pride in the existing collaborative efforts between the UK Government and the NPF in tackling cybercriminals and voiced his anticipation for strengthened cooperation in the future. He further stated that the UK Government is committed to supporting the Nigeria Police Force in its efforts to combat crime, especially cybercrime, and looks forward to signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will further solidify the partnership and provide a framework for enhanced collaboration.
The IGP welcomed Lord Hanson’s remarks and emphasised the importance of the visit, which underscores the strong partnership between the Nigerian and the UK governments, and the shared commitment to tackling transnational crime. The IGP further appreciated the support and partnership being extended to law enforcement agencies in Nigeria, particularly the Nigeria Police Force.
Looking ahead, the IGP expressed his hope to establish a fellowship exchange program with the National Crime Agency (NCA) to foster a deeper, long-term relationship and strengthen collaboration.
The Inspector-General of Police emphasised the continuous dedication of the Nigeria Police Force towards strengthening partnerships and collaborations with relevant organisations to tackle the menace of crime and bring it to its barest minimum.
