KOGI STATE POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE
CP DANTAWAYE RECEIVES NEWLY DEPLOYED KOGI STATE SECTOR COMMANDER, FRSC, CC KUMAR TSUKWAM: STRENGTHENS COLLABORATION ON ROAD SAFETY AND SECURITY ALONG THE HIGHWAYS
The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, psc today received the newly deployed Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) at the Kogi State Command Headquarters, Lokoja. The visit marked a renewed push for strategic collaboration in ensuring road safety, intelligence-driven operations, and national security. It also featured extensive discussions on joint operations, data sharing, traffic enforcement, and security intelligence.
The CP, further emphasized that safety on Nigerian roads goes beyond traffic regulation. Stressing that those who drives recklessly, or under the influence of alcohol as well as ignoring basic safety precaution endanger lives and undermine national security. He called for continued collaboration, stating that “security agencies must move beyond traditional roles and become fully integrated in intelligence, enforcement, and crime prevention.”
He re-emphasized the importance of synergy between officers across ranks and departments, suggesting closer contact between operational heads to facilitate real-time information exchange. Stating that the best intelligence is not always written; it comes from the streets, relationships, and proactive follow-up.
In his response, the Sector Commander, CC Kumar Tsukwam expressed deep gratitude and acknowledged CP’s unwavering commitment to inter-agency cooperation. He described CP Dantawaye as a seasoned leader, highlighting his previous roles, committed leadership, and advanced training both in Nigeria and internationally. He noted that such leadership has inspired the FRSC to pursue smarter, data-driven safety protocol and stronger field coordination.
The discussion further delved into the possibility of establishing a joint operational database to track vehicle theft, illegal transportation, and recurring traffic offenders. CP added that when we dig deeper into seemingly isolated cases, we often discover large syndicates, that’s why we must go beyond the surface.
The meeting concluded with mutual commitments to enhance joint taskforce patrols, initiate safety campaigns, and adopt a multi-layered approach to both highway safety and internal security. Noting that a stronger partnership will not only save lives but also restore greater public trust in law enforcement.
SP WILLIAM OVYE AYA,
POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
KOGI STATE POLICE COMMAND,
LOKOJA.
16TH MAY, 2025
