By Thompson Yamput
The Kogi Police Command and banks are in strong synergy to counter any emerging financial security threats in the State.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the synergy followed a collaborative discussion the command had with the members of bankers forum on Friday in Lokoja.
The commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Miller Dantawaye said the move was meant to address security concerns and also in enhance preparation for high-risk periods like Christmas and Sallah.
He said that it also provided avenues for both parties to review and improve on existing security strategies to counter emerging security threats.
He emphasised the importance of installing and maintaining effective CCTV system in and around banking premises to provide continuous monitoring.
“There’s need for preventive measures against potential threats and ensure safety during the yuletide period.
“As a forum, you need to ensure adequate police escorts for cash -in- transit and a stronger police presence in banking areas.
“Again, deployment of armed security guards to patrol the bank premises, creating a strong visual deterrent against criminal activities is vital, ” he said.
Dantawaye warned the forum against compromising the security in and around the banking sector.
According to him, there is need for improved collaboration between the Police and the bankers forum to create a more secured financial environment.
NAN reports that the meeting had in attendance, members of the command’s management team, and representative of bankers forum, who represented the collective interest of the banking industry in the state. NAN
