Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has setup a Special Intervention Squad(SIS), to combat kidnapping and other violent Crimes in and around the FCT following concerns about safety in the territory.
Speaking at launch of the SIS on Wednesday, the IGP said “the alarming rise in these criminal activities without equivocation, demands immediate and resolute action from us all.
It is thus with a determined spirit that I proudly announce the inauguration of the Special Intervention Squad (SIS), ” he said.
According to the IGP “this operation is more than a mere response; it is a bold strategy aimed at dismantling the criminal networks entrenched in our communities.
“We recognize the challenges before us and are cognizant that the journey ahead is arduous. However, it is with unwavering resolve that we embark on this mission, driven by a shared responsibility to restore peace and order to all troubled communities across the nation.
Our approach is comprehensive. Beyond immediate intervention, the SIS will also engage in community-oriented policing – a testament to our philosophy that public safety is a collaborative endeavour. By working hand-in-hand with community leaders, residents, and all stakeholders, we aim to fortify the already strong bonds between the Police Force and the communities, ensuring that every corner of the FCT remains a safe haven for its inhabitants
Conceived as an elite unit of the Nigeria Police Force, the SIS composed of specially trained, well equipped and highly mobile police officers, and possesses the capacity for rapid intervention and effective containment of significant security breaches, such as those currently threatening the suburb of the FCT and creating panic generally.
Stating that the initiative is ot born out necessity and will be replicated in states, Egbetokun said that SIS is envisioned to include a thousand personnel in each state of Federation.