The Chief of Defence Intelligence, Emmanuel Undiandeye, has emphasised the importance of joint training among security and intelligence agencies in strengthening coordination and enhancing national security.
Undiandeye made the remarks at the graduation ceremony of participants in the Security Investigation and Interrogation Course (SIIC) 14/2026 at the Defence Intelligence College in Abuja.
The eight-week intensive programme brought together personnel from multiple agencies, including the Nigerian Armed Forces, Nigeria Police Force, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, and other intelligence and correctional services.
Represented by Rear Admiral S.J. Oyegade, the Defence Intelligence Chief noted that modern security threats are increasingly transnational, requiring coordinated and intelligence-driven responses.
He explained that structured training programmes like the SIIC are critical in enhancing the ability of personnel to gather, analyse, and apply intelligence effectively in tackling evolving threats.
Describing the course as a period of “focused learning, professional growth, and practical engagement,” Undiandeye said the initiative reflects a broader commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture through capacity building.
He stressed that investing in human capital remains a core strategy for any effective security system, adding that such training reinforces ongoing efforts to improve the competence of intelligence officers nationwide.
The CDI also commended the leadership of the College, noting its role as a premier institution for intelligence training in Nigeria, and urged participants to maintain the professional networks built during the programme.
He reminded the graduates that the completion of the course marks the beginning of greater responsibility, urging them to apply their knowledge in combating insurgency, terrorism, organised crime, and cybercrime.
“The strength of any investigation lies not only in the information gathered but also in the methods employed,” he said, while calling on participants to uphold professionalism, confidentiality, discipline, and patriotism in the discharge of their duties.
Also speaking, the Commandant of the College, Usman Bugaje, expressed appreciation to the instructors, many of whom are retired senior intelligence officers, for their contributions to the success of the programme.
He described their mentorship and practical insights as invaluable to building a stronger and more effective national security framework.
