Echefu hails I-G’s support for indigenous security solutions
By Patricia Amogu
Dr Bright Echefu, Chairman of EIB STRATOC, has commended the Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Kayode Egbetokun, for recognising and supporting indigenous expertise in strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture.
Echefu, in a statement on Friday outlined the I-G’s leadership as forward-thinking.
The commendation followed Egbetokun’s inspection of state-of-the-art intelligence installations at Idu community in Abuja.
It was as part of efforts to deepen intelligence-led policing in the country.
He stressed that EIB STRATOC remained committed to providing innovative homegrown solutions to enhance national security.
“We are grateful to the I-G for recognising and supporting local expertise. EIB STRATOC remains dedicated to providing innovative security solutions that will continue to enhance national security,” he said.
The statement quotes Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, as saying the visit was part of strategic engagements between the Police and indigenous security experts to boost operational capacity and public trust.
It also quotes the I-G as reaffirming that intelligence gathering remained the bedrock of 21st-century policing, while stressing the Force’s commitment to harnessing technology, innovation and expertise to stay ahead of security threats.
Egbetokun was accompanied on the visit by senior officers, including DIG Ben Nebeolisa Okolo (Force Intelligence Department), DIG Adebowale Williams (ICT), AIG Adeleke Taiwo (Operations), and CP Felix Obe (Federal Operations).
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that EIB STRATOC is a Nigerian security solutions company specialising in intelligence, surveillance, geospatial systems, and cybersecurity.
It operates a fusion centre that integrates advanced technology and expertise to detect, prevent, and respond to security threats.
The firm has handled projects for national and state agencies, including building fusion centres, monitoring oil infrastructure, and supporting security operations with AI-powered analytics and real-time monitoring tools. (NAN)
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