IGP Egbetokun to deliver inaugural personality lecture at University of Ibadan

IGP Egbetokun to deliver inaugural personality lecture at University of Ibadan

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, is set to deliver an inaugural Personality Lecture with the theme “The Nigeria Police Force and the Management of Internal Security”, at the University of Ibadan.

The lecture is expected to bridge the gap between academia and practical reality.

This was revealed in a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Saturday, June 2, 2024.

The statement reads: “The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, will be delivering the inaugural Personality Lecture at the prestigious University of Ibadan. The lecture titled ‘The Nigeria Police Force and the Management of Internal Security’ focusing on the role of the NPF in managing crisis situations in the country is scheduled to take place on June 3rd at the University’s Trenchard Hall.

“This landmark event will see IGP Egbetokun addressing a distinguished audience comprising academic scholars, security experts, students, and members of the public, while delving into the intricate challenges of managing internal security in Nigeria, offering insights into contemporary strategies and innovative solutions being implemented to address these challenges effectively.

“The Personality Lecture, which is organized by the TETFUND Centre of Excellence in Multidisciplinary Studies of the University of Ibadan, is designed to bridge the gap between academia and practical reality, will also provide a platform for robust discussions and the exchange of ideas on improving the security landscape in the country.

“The personality lecture with Prof. K. O. Adebowale, mni, as Chief Host, and Dr. Benjamin Aluko, fspsp,as Host, will have in attendance Prof. Babajide Owoeye, fspsp, as Special Guest of Honour, and Prof. Adigun Agbaje, fspsp, as Chairman.

“The Inspector-General of Police extends his warm appreciation to the University of Ibadan for the invitation and looks forward to a fruitful engagement that will contribute to the ongoing efforts to maintain peace and security across the country.”