Police Boost Counter-Terrorism Operations, Establish New CTU Bases Nationwide
The Nigeria Police Force has expanded its counter-terrorism operations with the approval of new Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU) bases and additional deployments across the country, as part of efforts to strengthen the nation’s response to emerging security threats.
The development follows a specialised training programme aimed at enhancing the operational readiness of personnel of the CTU.
The two-week training programme, conducted in collaboration with the British High Commission in Nigeria through the Office of the Counter Terrorism Regional Coordinator for West Africa, focused on Close Quarter Battle techniques and Intelligence Analysis.
A total of 56 officers drawn from CTU formations across the country participated in the programme, where they were exposed to contemporary counter-terrorism tactics, intelligence analysis skills, and operational best practices designed to strengthen coordinated responses to terrorism, banditry, and other serious crimes.
Speaking at the closing ceremony held at the Peacekeeping Conference Hall at Force Headquarters in Abuja, Lieutenant Colonel Ian Tyler of the Office of the Counter Terrorism Regional Coordinator for West Africa commended the dedication and professionalism of the participants.
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He urged the officers to effectively apply the knowledge gained in the field and reaffirmed the British Government’s commitment to sustained collaboration with the Nigeria Police in strengthening counter-terrorism efforts across the region.
In his remarks, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, represented by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Counter Terrorism Unit, Akoh Gabriel, said the initiative reflects the determination of the current police leadership to continuously enhance the operational capacity of personnel in tackling evolving security challenges.
He also expressed appreciation to the British Government for its continued partnership and strategic support in building the capacity of the Force.
As part of broader efforts to reinforce the national counter-terrorism architecture, the police chief approved the establishment of new CTU bases in Madagali, Ikot Odo, and Ode-Remo.
The Inspector-General also authorised the deployment of additional CTU personnel to strategic operational locations nationwide to enhance rapid response capability and improve security coverage.
According to the Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, the initiatives are part of ongoing measures by the Nigeria Police to strengthen partnerships, build operational capacity, and deploy strategic resources in the fight against terrorism and other emerging security threats across the country.
By PRNigeria
