.By Gbemiga Olamikan.
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has directed the commencement of an intensive training program for over 200 Special Intervention Squad (SIS) operatives with the first batch of the training taking place at the Police College in Ikeja, Lagos.
This he said is part of the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to enhancing the capacity and professionalism of its officers through modern policing strategies and a strong emphasis on human rights.
Egbetokun said, the training will be an ongoing process that will last for several months as it aims to cover all SIS personnel across the country. He said that Officers will be equipped with the latest techniques and strategies to effectively tackle contemporary law enforcement challenges as emphasis will be placed on emerging trends and innovations in policing, ensuring officers are well-versed in cutting-edge knowledge and skills.
This was contained in a statement signed by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in Abuja. He said that, the training will have its key areas of focus the safeguard of rights and welfare of children through best practices in child protection. Also officers will learn advanced methods to ensure safety and security of civilians, particularly in conflict and high-risk situations. He said the training will also reinforce the importance of upholding human rights in all policing activities, in line with international standards practices.
However, IGP has merged Special Forces with SIS operations and appointed Commissioner of Police Lanre Ogunlowo as the National Coordinator to strengthen and enhance the operational efficiency and effectiveness of the SIS so as to enabling them to better serve and protect Nigerian public.
The IGP while emphasizing that this comprehensive training is crucial for the development of a more responsive, effective, and humane police force, assured that the Nigeria Police Force remains dedicated to continuous improvement and reform, with the aim to build a police force that is not only capable of addressing current security challenges but also upholding the trust and confidence of the Nigerian public. He reassured that SIS will be launched in the 36 states of the Federation with a more people-oriented standard operating procedure.
