The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd, mni), has emphasized the need for a radical transformation in Nigeria’s information and intelligence gathering approaches, citing their obsolescence in today’s digital world.
In his keynote address at the Nigeria Police Force Youth Summit in Abuja, commemorating the 2024 International Youth Day, DIG Argungu stressed that outdated police regulations are struggling to keep pace with technological advancements.
He highlighted the urgency of recognizing cybercrimes and effectively obtaining and preserving electronic evidence.
DIG Argungu urged the summit to propose innovative strategies for addressing emerging issues, leveraging technology to drive intelligence gathering, and harnessing the inputs of youths as future leaders.
He emphasized the significance of the summit’s theme, “Enhancing Nigerian Youth Value for National Security Intelligence,” in addressing global security concerns.
The PSC Chairman also identified key challenges facing Nigerian youths, including an ineffective educational system, unemployment, poverty, and lack of functional education, emphasizing the need for collective efforts to address these issues and ensure national security and safety.
Edited by Ali Atabor
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