Tinubu Promises More Weapons, Experts' Recruitment to Combat Crimes

President Bola Tinubu has promised to empower the Nigeria Police Force with more weapons and recruitment of expert personnel to boost its capacity to combat crimes.

He also called for an end to inter-agency rivalry among law enforcement agencies in the country.

The President, represented by the  Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bossun Tijani, spoke during the inauguration of the Nigeria  Police Force National Cybercrime Centre in Abuja on Wednesday.

He said, “The security situation in the country is a complex blend of threats posed by well-organised non-state actors. 

"Addressing it requires a concerted approach by all stakeholders within the security architecture. I, therefore, call for the elimination of inter-agency rivalries and urge law enforcement agencies to embrace a coordinated, collaborative approach.

“In line with our policy objective of reforming the Nigerian Police Force, we are committed to investing further in the Nigeria Police Force through procurement of sufficient arms and other critical equipment, as well as recruitment and continuous training to boost the number, quality, and preparedness of our police personnel.”

Tinubu added, “This administration remains resolute in the fight against all forms of criminality. As an emerging and rapidly evolving category of offence, cybercrimes are a new frontier in that battle. 
"We are witnessing a rise in threats posed by cybercriminals, online financial fraudsters, and cyber-terrorists who use the Internet to coordinate and carry out their destabilising and nefarious activities.

He said the government's objective is to usher Nigeria into a bright future driven by a prosperous cyberspace and digital economy. 

The President said prioritising the security of the country's cyberspace, his administration is committed to enhance the social security of Nigerians and tackle the economic and security challenges facing the country while also providing Nigeria with a platform to improve her credibility as a safe destination for foreign investment in the digital world.

Tinubu called for collaboration between the centre and the Office of the National Security Adviser to ensure a greater level of scrutiny of online activities.