NSCDC, Police strengthen security collaboration in Kwara
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin
As part of ongoing efforts to curb rising insecurity in Kwara State, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and the Nigeria Police Force have reaffirmed their commitment to deeper collaboration and unified action against criminal elements threatening the peace of the state.
This commitment was emphasized on Tuesday when the Kwara State Commandant, Dr. Umar Mohammed, hosted the new Commissioner of Police, CP Adekimi Ojo, during a courtesy visit to the NSCDC state headquarters in Ilorin.
In his welcome remarks, the Commandant described the visit as timely and strategic, coming at a moment when security agencies must close ranks to tackle increasingly sophisticated threats.
He further raised concerns over the surge in kidnapping and related crimes, stressing that the time for isolated approaches is over.
“No single agency can address the current security realities alone. We must build a united front, share intelligence, and execute joint strategies to restore safety and stability across the state,” he said.
Earlier, the Kwara State Commissioner of Police, CP Ojo, commended the NSCDC for its proactive stance and affirmed the command’s readiness to work side-by-side with the corps.
He emphasized the need for synergy between security agencies and the importance of eliminating inter-agency rivalry, particularly among junior personnel, to foster a culture of collaboration, mutual respect, and cooperation.
