The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has led Nigeria’s delegation to the Global Public Security Cooperation Forum (GPSCF) in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province, China.

The high-level forum, running from 16 to 18 September 2025, gathers ministers, police chiefs, law enforcement leaders, and security experts from across the world to discuss strategies for tackling transnational crime and advancing public safety.

Egbetokun’s participation follows an official invitation from the Government of the People’s Republic of China.

Ahead of the forum, the IGP will meet with China’s Deputy Minister of Public Security, Qi Yanjun.

Both sides are expected to discuss stronger cooperation in intelligence sharing, capacity building, and law enforcement collaboration.

According to the Nigeria Police Force, the bilateral talks will deepen existing ties between Abuja and Beijing in the fight against global security threats.

Egbetokun is scheduled to deliver a keynote address on 18 September titled “Combating Transnational Crime and Countermeasures.”

In his presentation, the police chief will highlight:

Nigeria’s current counter-crime strategies

Ongoing policing reforms

Collaborative initiatives with international partners aimed at dismantling cross-border criminal networks

In a statement, Force Public Relations Officer CSP Benjamin Hundeyin said the attendance of IGP Egbetokun at the global platform underscores the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to international security collaboration, intelligence-driven policing, and proactive responses to emerging security threats.

It equally reaffirms Nigeria’s position as a responsible global partner in shaping the future of public security and law enforcement.

Security analysts say Nigeria’s presence at the GPSCF is significant as the country continues to grapple with challenges including terrorism, cybercrime, drug trafficking, and human trafficking.

By engaging at the international level, Nigeria seeks not only to boost its own capacity but also to contribute to global safety and stability.