IGP Meets Reps Panel To Tighten Security Around Nigeria’s Downstream Oil Sector
With oil theft and pipeline vandalism still threatening energy supply, security chiefs and lawmakers are closing ranks to protect Nigeria’s most critical economic assets.
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Thursday hosted the House Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) at the Force Headquarters in Abuja to deepen security collaboration in the downstream petroleum sector.
The visit was led by the committee’s chairman, Hon. Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, alongside members of the panel and senior police officers.
Ugochinyere commended the Police for stabilising operations during recent industrial tensions, strengthening inter-agency coordination and curbing oil theft and pipeline vandalism.
He described the Force’s role as vital to safeguarding national energy assets.
In response, the IGP pledged to intensify surveillance, boost intelligence sharing and strengthen partnerships with sister agencies to protect petroleum infrastructure and sustain investor confidence.
He urged lawmakers to support stronger legal frameworks, funding for training, surveillance equipment and improved welfare for officers deployed to protect downstream facilities.
The Police leadership reaffirmed its commitment to securing petroleum assets, stabilising vulnerable communities and ensuring an uninterrupted energy supply nationwide.
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