Nigerian enforcement agencies empowered with data centres to tackle insecurity

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The Data Collection and Registration Centre, DACORE, set up by the federal government as the epicentre for data collection to consolidate vital information that would empower law enforcement agencies to respond swiftly and effectively to emerging threats, is now fully functional.

Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, who dropped the hint during an opening ceremony at the West African Police Information System, WAPIS programme, in Abuja, said DACORE is the heart of the progress in the system.

Speaking through the Director of the Police Service Department, the Minister said key agencies of the government have fully embraced the WAPIS initiative, while others are gradually picking up.


“The agencies are now equipped with WAPIS terminals, allowing them to access critical information and significantly enhance the collective efforts to combat crime and maintain security.

“Nigeria’s dedication to capacity building has been unwavering. We have organized more than six training sessions, some of which were expertly conducted by our national trainers.

“This investment in training ensures that our law enforcement personnel are not only proficient in using the WAPIS system but are also well-prepared to harness its full potential in safeguarding our nation,” Gaidam stressed.

Responding to concerns regarding data protection and privacy, he announced that Nigeria has recently passed into law the National Data Protection Law 2023.

He said: “This legislative milestone demonstrates our commitment to safeguarding sensitive information while actively participating in the WAPIS programme.”

The Head of Politics, Press and Information Section European Union, ECOWAS/Nigeria, Zissimos Vergos congratulated INTERPOL and law enforcement agencies of the region for successfully managing the African Cup of Nations that received three million visitors and WAPIS was actively involved in proper security at the event.