IGP Hosts National Defence College Officials, Reaffirms Commitment to Technology-Driven Policing

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to adopting innovative, technology-driven strategies to strengthen crime prevention, enhance operational efficiency, and address emerging security challenges.

This statement was made during a visit by the Commandant of the National Defence College (NDC), Rear Admiral J.O. Okosun, and Course 33 participants to the IGP at the Force Headquarters in Abuja on July 22, 2025.

– The NDC participants presented a research paper titled “Emerging Technologies and Internal Security: Strategic Options for the Nigeria Police Force by 2035.”

– The paper outlined a strategic roadmap for integrating emerging technologies into police operations by 2035.

– The IGP commended the participants for their well-researched and forward-thinking presentation.

The IGP emphasized the critical need for the NPF to adopt technology-driven strategies to strengthen internal security, crime prevention, and rapid response capabilities. He reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to implementing these strategic options as part of its broader reform and modernization agenda.

The IGP lauded the enduring partnership between the Nigeria Police Force and the National Defence College, expressing optimism for continued collaboration under his leadership.

The Commandant of the NDC also highlighted the longstanding partnership between the two institutions, noting that one of the core mandates of the NDC is helping participants develop innovative solutions to pressing national and security challenges.