Funmilayo Ojo
Oyo State Police Command has reinstated its commitment to strengthen ties with the state command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps to tackle security challenges in the state.
The state commissioner of police, CP A.A. Hamzat, stated this during a courtesy visit of the NSCDC Commandant, Augustine Padonu, to the police headquarters in Ibadan on Tuesday.
According to a statement by the Corps Public Relations Officer, Samuel Opebiyi, made available to NATIONAL TELESCOPE, the visit was aimed at fostering harmonious relations between the two agencies.
It reads, “The State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Commandant Augustine Padonu, paid a courtesy visit to the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, CP A.A. Hamzat, on Tuesday, at the Police Command Headquarters in Eleyele, Ibadan. The purpose of the visit is to strengthen the existing relationship between the NSCDC and the Nigeria Police Force in Oyo State.
“Commandant Padonu acknowledged the strong bond and collaboration existing between the NSCDC and the police in Oyo State.
“He expressed his appreciation for the joint efforts of the security chiefs in the state, emphasizing the importance of their collaboration in maintaining peace and security.
“Commandant Padonu highlighted the need for assistance from the Commissioner of Police in the area of training. Recognizing the significance of continuous professional development, he sought the support of the police in enhancing the knowledge and skills of NSCDC personnel.
“The commandant called for police collaboration in combating illegal mining activities in the state. Illegal mining poses a threat to the environment and security, and the joint efforts of the NSCDC and the police can effectively address this challenge.
The CP also assured of his commitment to assist in the area of training and capacity-building programs that would unite officers of both agencies.
