NPF, AGF forge stronger financial partnership to enhance national policing

Abdullateef Fowewe

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, welcomed the Accountant General of the Federation, Shamsudeen Ogunjimi, and his delegation at the IGP Smart Conference Room, Louis Edet House, Force Headquarters, Abuja, on Monday.

The high-level courtesy visit according to a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, aimed to strengthen collaboration between the Nigeria Police Force and the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, focusing on strategic funding and support for national policing.

During the meeting, the Accountant General acknowledged the vital role of the Nigeria Police Force in maintaining internal security and stressed the importance of providing adequate financial resources to enable the Force to perform its duties effectively.

The AGF reiterated the statutory mandate of his office in managing public finances and affirmed his commitment to exploring avenues for increased and sustained funding for the Nigeria Police Force, stating that with adequate resources, continuous collaboration, and effective synergy, the goal of building a more efficient Police Force of our dream can be achieved.

In response, the IGP expressed gratitude for the visit and highlighted the critical role the Accountant General’s office plays in ensuring financial stability across government institutions. He praised the AGF’s commitment to accountability and fiscal responsibility.

The IGP reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s dedication to safeguarding Nigerians and emphasised that enhanced cooperation with key institutions like the Office of the Accountant General is essential to building a well-resourced, motivated police force that meets the aspirations of the Nigerian people.