By SP William Ovye Aya
The Kogi State Commissioner of Police, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, today received a delegation from the British Embassy led by Mr. Andrew Marshall, alongside Tope Aroso and Stanley Adeyemo. The visit aimed to explore opportunities for enhanced collaboration between the British Embassy and the Kogi State Police Command in tackling security challenges.
During the meeting, the British delegation discussed their operational approach, particularly in intelligence-led operations and counter-kidnapping strategies. Mr Andrew Marshall emphasized the need for synergy in combating security threats, including intelligence gathering to track criminal activities effectively.
In response, CP Dantawaye assured the delegation of the Command’s commitment to strengthening security measures. He acknowledged the importance of international cooperation and pledged to intensify efforts, including robust stop-and-search operations and strategic intelligence sharing. CP Dantawaye, who recently assumed office, highlighted the significance of collaboration with foreign partners, given their advanced security capabilities and resources.
The CP further stated that any British team visiting Kogi State should notify his office to ensure adequate security coverage during their visit. He also encouraged the British Embassy to share any intelligence on criminal activities, even when not actively engaged in field operations, to facilitate swift and effective responses by the Law Enforcement Agents.
The visit marks a step towards reinforcing Security Partnerships and improving crime-fighting strategies in Kogi State.
