Acting Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has emphasised the need to collaborate towards optimising security within the Nigerian oil and gas sector.

Egbetokun says the collaborative effort aims to address oil theft, bolster the protection of crucial oil and gas infrastructure, and foster synergy among various security agencies working on the facilities.

He said this while receiving the Executive Secretary and Heads of Security of all oil companies in Nigeria under the umbrella of Oil Producers Trade Section at the Force Headquarters Abuja.

According to him, oil and gas industry plays a pivotal role in Nigeria’s economy, and the safety and security of its operations are of paramount importance.

In his words, the collaboration underscores the shared commitment to safeguarding the industry and addressing security threats that impact its stability and efficiency.

He said the collaboration is geared towards Countering Oil Theft, infrastructure development, enhancing synergy with other security agencies, improved community engagement and corporate social responsibility, operational support, and training programmes and operational simulations for operatives.

Egbetokun reiterated his commitment on the establishment of the Special Intervention Squad, and promised to expand its operations to complement in protecting oil and gas businesses and facilities in Nigeria.

The Police Chief assured that the NPF will ensure adequate deployments of assets towards enhancing security within the oil sector to deliver favorable outcomes, furthering the prosperity and stability of both the oil and gas industry and entire nation.

This is contained in a statement by Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.