The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, hosted a high-level delegation from the United States Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) at the Force Headquarters in Abuja yesterday.
The U.S. delegation was led by the Acting INL Director, Douglas Grane, and included In-Country Project Manager Randy Holliday and INL Programme Officer Charsaree Slomka from Washington, D.C.
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The primary focus of the engagement was to deepen the ongoing collaboration between the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the U.S. Government on enhancing the operational efficiency of the Special Intervention Squad (SIS) and evaluating achievements in addressing emerging security threats nationwide.
The head of the U.S. delegation noted that the mission aimed to assess current SIS progress and explore areas needing improved operational capacity, enhanced intelligence support, and targeted resource deployment.
The findings from this assessment will inform the 2026 strategic support framework, particularly concerning modern equipment and advanced tactical training.
Egbetokun expressed appreciation for the sustained support from the U.S. Government through INL, citing the provision of logistics and specialised capacity-building for SIS operatives.
He outlined the significant impact of the Squad in combating violent criminality across the country, mentioning: counter-separatist operations in the South-East and joint rescue interventions conducted alongside the Office of the National Security Adviser and other security stakeholders.
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He reaffirmed the NPF’s unwavering commitment to intelligence-driven policing and sustained global partnerships as critical elements in advancing national security and public safety.
