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IG Heads ECOWAS Police Chiefs Body Following the spectacular performance of the Nigeria Police force in the quest to eradicate trans-border crimes, the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Tafa Balogun has been appointed the Chairman of the West African Police Chiefs Committee (WAPCCO). The appointment which was part of the resolution reached at the end of the 6th meeting of the West African Police Chiefs Committee in Abuja at the weekend, attributed Balogun's appointment to the Nigeria's strong commitment to security matters in West African sub-region. Balogun's appointment, it was further gathered was due to his contribution towards ensuring that violent crimes and other related activities were brought to a manageable level in the sub-region. The group commended the Inspector General of Police for successfully hosting the recently concluded WAPCCO summit in Abuja, adding that the recent security strategies adopted in the sub-region have checkmated the excesses of cross-border banditry. The 16 member committee's meeting objectives include among others, fostering cooperation between ECOWAS member states on general security of the sub-region, promotion of moral principles against all forms of violence and advancement of human rights, respect of all international laws as well as promotion UN and AU Charters and other international treaties and agreements ractified by member states. Who Are We ? | About THISDAYOnLine.com | THISDAY People | Contact Us © Copyright 2000 Leaders & Company Limited

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