Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to deepen its partnership with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) through joint training, capacity building, intelligence-led operations, and sustained operational support for operational efficiency
IGP Disu gave the assurance on Wednesday when he received the Chief of the Air, CAS, Air Marshal S.K. Aneke, on a courtesy visit to the Force Headquarters, Abuja
According to a statement made available to newsmen by the Force Public Relations Officer FPRO CSP Ani Iniedu, the visit was aimed at strengthening cooperation between the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigerian Air Force in addressing evolving security challenges in the country.
It stated that IGP Disu also stressed the importance of personnel welfare, effective command-and-control, and coordinated security planning, particularly for major national events and the 2027 general elections.
The statement added that IGP Disu further highlighted the need for enhanced protection of critical national infrastructure, improved logistics and response capabilities, as well as regular reviews of joint operational engagements to ensure greater effectiveness.
It explained that the Chief of Air Staff commended the longstanding professional relationship between both institutions and acknowledged the support of the NPF Air Wing to the Nigerian Air Force.
He emphasised the need for sustained collaboration, particularly in joint operations, intelligence sharing and enhanced air support for Police operations.
The statement further pointed out that the key areas discussed included aerial surveillance and reconnaissance, tactical deployment, medical evacuation, joint training and improved operational coordination in confronting terrorism, banditry, insurgency and other violent crimes.
The NAF delegation, according to the statement included the Chief of Training, Air Vice Marshal A.Y. Dari; Chief of Operations, Air Vice Marshal P.N. Amadi; Chief of Air Intelligence, Air Vice Marshal N.N. Ananaba; Air Provost Marshal, Air Vice Marshal J.I. Ukeh; Chief of Administration, Air Vice Marshal A.A. Martins; Director of Operations, Air Vice Marshal A.O. Bamidele; Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore E.A. Ejodame; Principal Air Staff Officer to the CAS, Air Commodore H.I. Eze; and Principal Staff Officer Coordination to the CAS, Group Captain F.O. Olanrewaju.
The statement reaffirmed that the Nigeria Police Force remained committed to strengthening strategic partnerships with sister security agencies, enhancing inter-agency coordination and building a more integrated security response capable of effectively protecting lives, property and national assets across the country.
