SUN JULY 26 2026-theGBJournal| The Nigeria Police Force has completed a two-week counter-terrorism training programme for 55 officers from its Counter-Terrorism Unit (CTU), in collaboration with the British High Commission.
The training is part of efforts to strengthen intelligence gathering and tactical response capabilities against terrorism and other security threats.
The programme, held at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, equipped participants with advanced intelligence analysis and close quarter battle (CQB) skills, including tactical operational planning and room-clearance techniques.
Police authorities said the initiative forms part of an ongoing partnership with the United Kingdom to enhance Nigeria’s counter-terrorism capacity, with more than 140 CTU operatives trained under British-supported programmes in recent months.
The graduation ceremony was attended by key dignitaries, including Colonel Richard Hoyobe, representing the British High Commission and serving as Deputy Head of the British Defence Staff West Africa; AIG Akoh Gabriel, Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Counter-Terrorism Unit; and DCP Maina Mamman, Deputy Commissioner of Police, CTU.
The comprehensive program certified participating officers in advanced Intelligence and Close Quarter Battle (CQB) courses, focusing on tactical operational planning, and practical room clearance techniques, all vital components of counter-terrorism operations.
Representing the Inspector-General of Police, AIG Akoh Gabriel expressed deep gratitude to the British High Commission for its unwavering commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s national security framework, noting that such partnerships build a stronger defense against shared global threats.
He highlighted the ongoing benefits of this collaboration, pointing out that over one hundred and forty CTU operatives have benefited from British-coordinated training programs in recent months, including thirty (30) personnel trained in Côte d’Ivoire and one hundred and ten (110) trained locally in intelligence and tactical combat skills.
Charging the graduates to put their newly acquired skills to practical use, AIG Gabriel urged them to lead the charge against terrorism, banditry, and other security threats while strictly upholding professionalism and respect for human rights.
He also commended the Inspector-General of Police for his visionary leadership and commitment to personnel development, which made the exercise possible.
The ceremony concluded with the official presentation of certificates, designating the participants as certified Intelligence Analysts and Tactical Close Quarter Combatants.
The Nigeria Police Force remains dedicated to continuously upgrading the capacity of its personnel to ensure a safer and more secure environment for all citizens.
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