By Seun Ibiyemi
The Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, received the newly appointed Tunji Disu in Abuja on Thursday, congratulating him on his appointment and expressing confidence in his ability to lead the Nigeria Police Force effectively.
“I warmly congratulate you on your appointment as Inspector-General of Police,” Dr. Oyetola said. “Your track record of professionalism and service inspires confidence that you will perform excellently in this office and further strengthen the security architecture of our country.”
IGP Disu thanked the minister and reaffirmed his commitment to collaborating with all ministries and agencies whose mandates intersect with national security and economic development.
He emphasized that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to support strategic sectors, including the maritime domain, through intelligence-led operations and partnerships.
The meeting focused on deepening institutional collaboration between the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy and the Nigeria Police Force, particularly on coordinated operations in the country’s coastal and inland waterways.
Both leaders highlighted the strategic importance of maritime security for national prosperity, noting that enhanced surveillance and enforcement are critical to protecting waterways and other key assets.
Dr. Oyetola described the visit as timely, underscoring the ministry’s commitment to inter-agency synergy as central to the government’s blue economy agenda.
“The maritime sector holds enormous promise for economic diversification and job creation,” he said.
“To unlock its full potential, we must guarantee safety and order across our waterways through seamless cooperation among all relevant agencies.”
IGP Disu reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s readiness to strengthen operational support for maritime security, including intelligence-led policing, patrols, and enforcement against criminal activities on the waterways.
Both sides agreed to sustain regular strategic dialogue and operational coordination to improve surveillance coverage, response capacity, and information-sharing across agencies operating within Nigeria’s marine and coastal environments.
The meeting signals a renewed commitment to securing Nigeria’s maritime domain as a key driver of economic growth and sustainable development.
