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ABUJA, NIGERIA — More than 50 civil society organisations (CSOs), operating under the umbrella of the Coalition of Civil Society Groups for Peace, Security, Good Governance, Equity and Justice, have praised the Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Ahmed Sanusi, for what they described as a series of decisive, intelligence-driven operations that have significantly disrupted criminal and bandit networks operating within and around the nation’s capital.
The commendation was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by the National Coordinator of the coalition, Comrade James Okoronkwo.
The coalition, which comprises over 50 pro-democracy, security-monitoring and human rights organisations across Nigeria, described the recent security breakthroughs recorded by the FCT Police Command as a major milestone in the fight against banditry, kidnapping and terrorism-related activities threatening Abuja and neighbouring states.
According to the group, the operations combined advanced digital forensic investigations with actionable intelligence obtained from local communities, leading to the neutralisation of armed criminal cells, the arrest of key logistics suppliers linked to bandit groups, and the interception of military-grade ammunition allegedly destined for criminal networks.
The coalition noted that the achievements reflect a significant transformation in the security architecture of the FCT and underscore the effectiveness of intelligence-led policing under Sanusi’s leadership.
“The Federal Capital Territory is no longer a soft target or a safe haven for fleeing criminal syndicates,” the statement declared.
The group particularly highlighted the arrest of individuals allegedly involved in supplying ammunition and logistical support to bandit leaders operating across the FCT, Kaduna and Niger states, describing the operation as one of the most strategic security interventions in recent times.
According to the coalition, security agencies have moved beyond merely confronting armed groups in direct combat and are increasingly focused on dismantling the networks that sustain criminal activities.
It observed that targeting logistics pipelines, informant networks and ammunition suppliers strikes at the core of bandit operations and could substantially weaken their capacity to coordinate attacks, kidnappings and raids.
“The operational strategy adopted by the FCT Police Command has effectively shifted the focus from reactive responses to the proactive disruption of criminal infrastructure,” the coalition stated.
The group added that denying criminal organisations access to weapons, intelligence and local support networks would have a more enduring impact than conventional battlefield engagements alone.
The coalition further credited Sanusi with introducing what it described as a proactive, intelligence-driven policing doctrine capable of addressing Nigeria’s evolving security challenges and urged security agencies across the country to study and replicate the model being implemented in the Federal Capital Territory.
The civil society organisations also emphasised the strategic importance of maintaining peace and stability in Abuja, describing the nation’s capital as critical to Nigeria’s economic, political and diplomatic interests.
“Maintaining absolute peace in Abuja is a non-negotiable priority for our economic, political and diplomatic survival,” the statement said.
The coalition pledged its continued support for the FCT Police Command and called for sustained collaboration among security agencies, community leaders, vigilante groups and citizens to consolidate the gains recorded so far.
Beyond the operational successes, the organisations commended the police commissioner for promoting discipline, professionalism and respect for human rights among officers and personnel of the command.
According to the coalition, this approach has helped rebuild public confidence in law enforcement and encouraged greater cooperation between residents and security agencies.
The statement further noted that growing public trust has enhanced intelligence gathering, with more citizens willing to volunteer information on suspicious activities and criminal movements.
The group also praised the increasing synergy between the police, tactical units and community-based security structures, describing it as a model worthy of adoption across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
While celebrating the recent successes, the coalition urged security authorities not to relent, stressing the need for sustained intelligence-led operations to eliminate remaining criminal elements and prevent any resurgence of bandit networks within the nation’s capital.
The organisations maintained that continued pressure on criminal supply chains, informant networks and financial backers remains crucial to guaranteeing long-term security in Abuja and surrounding communities.
The coalition concluded by reaffirming its support for all lawful efforts aimed at protecting lives and property, strengthening public confidence in Nigeria’s security institutions, and ensuring lasting peace in the Federal Capital Territory.
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