Wike calls for cross-border security cooperation among G-7 states.

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has called for cross-border cooperation and intelligence sharing among security agencies in the G-7 states to combat insecurity and crimes in the region. 

Wike made the call at the opening of the G-7 States Technical Committee meeting held on Thursday at the Nigeria Police Resource Centre in Jabi.

The G-7 Security Forum, comprising security chiefs from the FCT and six neighboring states, aims to share intelligence, review security trends, and adopt joint strategies to address emerging threats.

The Minister, who was represented by the Head of the Civil Service of the FCT, Grace Adayilo, stressed the need for synergy, collaboration, and innovative strategies to overcome the exploits of criminally-minded individuals. 

Wike also commended security operatives for their sacrifices and reaffirmed his administration's commitment to providing resources and platforms to strengthen regional security cooperation. 

In his remarks, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who was represented by AIG Usaini Gumel, also highlighted the importance of developing lasting strategies that align with President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda.

On his part, the FCT Commissioner of Police, Ajao Adewale, cited a recent case of a Nasarawa-based kidnap syndicate that operated across Nasarawa and Plateau states, underscoring the need for cross-border cooperation. 

He emphasized that cross-border crimes, which cannot be fought in isolation, require sustained intelligence sharing and regional cooperation, noting that the G-7 Security Forum has proven its relevance over the years, and its members are working together to develop strategies to combat crime and ensure the safety and security of the region.

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