In a move aimed at significantly enhancing internal security and law enforcement capabilities through international partnership and collaboration, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, who doubles as the Chairman of the West African Chiefs of Police Committee (WAPCCO), has promised to strengthen Cooperation with the Interpol. The visit was aimed at strengthening the cooperation between the Nigeria Police Force and notify the police of the handing over of the system.
Galaxy Television reports that the Inspector-General of Police while recognizing the significant role of INTERPOL in international cooperation, a role crucial in tackling complex challenges around the globe, appreciated the efforts of INTERPOL and assured full cooperation and the implementation of the West Africa Police Information System (WAPIS) programme in Nigeria and across the West African Region.
He added that the Nigeria Police Force is committed to leveraging all three levels of WAPIS to their maximum potential and remains confident that WAPIS will be a game-changer in Nigeria's fight against crime. Earlier in his remark, the leader of the Interpol Delegation, Cyril Gout, who is also the Executive Director Police Services, emphasized the need for collaboration between the Interpol, the Nigeria Police Force and other Security Agencies across Africa.
The WAPIS system is strategically designed to strengthen police information systems throughout the region by harmonizing data management practices, bolstering data collection efforts, and fostering enhanced information sharing among law enforcement agencies in the West African Sub-region and Nigeria.
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