
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to providing adequate security to boost economic activities in the marine and blue economy sector.
The Police Chief made the reaffirmation on Tuesday, 3rd June 2025, when he hosted a delegation from the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Akutah Ukeyima at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Dr. Akutah, who expressed his appreciation to the IGP for the warm reception, commended the longstanding relationship between the Nigerian Shippers’ Council and the Nigeria Police Force.
He emphasized the crucial role the Force plays in supporting the Council’s regulatory and enforcement operations, including the effective implementation of the Nigerian Port Manual.
Dr. Akutah further noted that this partnership has significantly enhanced transparency and operational efficiency, particularly along the port corridors and therefore sought continued collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force in enforcing compliance, bolstering surveillance efforts, and supporting the Council’s monitoring teams across the country.
Responding, IGP Egbetokun appreciated the visit and acknowledged the important role the Nigerian Shippers’ Council plays in driving national economic growth.
He reassured the delegation of the continued support of the Nigeria Police Force in sustaining and deepening the collaboration, particularly in maintaining security within port environments and ensuring smooth enforcement operations.
The IGP further affirmed the readiness of the Force to work more closely with the Council’s Joint Task Teams to achieve both organizations’ shared and distinct mandates in service of national development.
Also present at the meeting were members of the Force Management Team and other senior officers.