The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), KAYODE EGBETOKUN, has inaugurated a training programme for commanders of the Special Intervention Squad (SIS).

The inauguration was done in partnership with the United States Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs.

Speaking during the inauguration held at the Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja, the IGP said the programme is designed to prepare the trainees for the challenges associated with their new responsibility of taking up the lead positions in combating the scourge of kidnapping, banditry, armed robbery, and terrorism amongst others.

He further noted that the SIS would serve as an elite unit of the Nigeria Police Force, and it was designed to anticipate, respond spontaneously, and manage crises.

EGBETOKUN further noted that the conception of the SIS, and the mobilization of officers and men, requires that they be given specialised training to enable them to imbibe new skills and orientation, which will adequately prepare them for the task ahead.