The Ministry of Police Affairs has taken over the West African Police Information System (WAPIS) from INTERPOL on behalf of the Nigerian Government.
According to the Force spokesman in a statement on Tuesday, the system, which was handed over by INTERPOL today, is currently domiciled with the Nigeria Police Force.
The WAPIS system is strategically designed to strengthen police information systems throughout the region by harmonizing data management practices, bolstering data collection efforts, and fostering enhanced information sharing among law enforcement agencies in the West African Sub-region and Nigeria.
Meanwhile, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, who doubles as the Chairman of the West African Chiefs of Police Committee (WAPCCO), today received a visit of a delegation from INTERPOL led by Mr Cyril Gout, the Executive Director Police Services.
Gout said he was at the Force Headquarters to strengthen the cooperation between the Nigeria Police Force and notify the police of the handing over of the system.
During the visit, the IGP, while recognizing the significant role of INTERPOL in international cooperation, a role crucial in tackling complex challenges around the globe, appreciated the efforts of INTERPOL and assured full cooperation and the implementation of the WAPIS programme in Nigeria and across the West African Region.
“The Nigeria Police Force is committed to leveraging all three levels of WAPIS to their maximum potential and remains confident that WAPIS will be a game-changer in Nigeria’s fight against crime”, Adejobi stated.
