The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory, Ahmed Sanusi, has been publicly commended for leading a series of successful operations against violent crime in Abuja. Dr Rufus Ebegba, Chairman of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) FCT Command, credited Sanusi's intelligence-driven approach with disrupting organised kidnapping rings and dismantling notorious "one chance" robbery gangs. Since assuming office as the 35th police chief in the territory, Sanusi has prioritised proactive policing, leading to the recovery of ransom funds and weapons used in criminal activities.
Ebegba highlighted the formation of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) as a key reform that has enhanced the operational effectiveness of the FCT Police Command. The consolidation of tactical units under the VCRU has improved response times and coordination in tackling violent crimes. Sanusi has also taken a firm stance against officer misconduct, particularly extortion, while strengthening collaboration with other security agencies and promoting community involvement in crime prevention.
These measures have contributed to increased public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force within the FCT, according to Ebegba. He stated that the initiatives reflect a commitment to accountability, discipline and transparency in policing. Speaking in Abuja on Thursday, Ebegba reaffirmed the PCRC's continued partnership with the FCT Police Command. The committee pledged ongoing support to sustain recent security improvements and ensure safety for residents, workers and visitors in the nation's capital.
The same commissioner now praised for dismantling kidnapping rings once oversaw a command where such syndicates operated with relative ease. His current success relies on reforms like the VCRU, which suggest previous structures were insufficient or poorly enforced. If intelligence-led policing only began now, it raises questions about the effectiveness of earlier strategies under the same institution. Residents may wonder why these methods were not implemented sooner, given the persistent threat of violent crime.
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