Strategic Partnership Meeting Between the College of Oil and Gas Exploration Technology in Nigeria (COGET) and the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), Nasarawa State Command
Strategic Partnership Meeting Between the College of Oil and Gas Exploration Technology in Nigeria (COGET) and the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), Nasarawa State Command
The College of Oil and Gas Exploration Technology in Nigeria (COGET) hosted a strategic collaboration meeting with the Police Community Relations Committee, Nasarawa State Command, on Wednesday, 25th March 2026, at the Conference Hall of the College’s Head Office.
The meeting brought together distinguished representatives from both organizations to discuss partnership strategies aimed at strengthening professional security training, community engagement, and national development initiatives.
First Session: Opening Remarks and Formal Welcome
The meeting commenced with an opening session delivered by Ms. Happiness Okon, who served in the capacity of National Supervisor, College of Oil and Gas Exploration Technology in Nigeria (COGET), and also functioned as the Moderator and Acting Secretary for the meeting.
She outlined the purpose of the meeting, emphasizing the importance of strengthening collaboration, enhancing security awareness, and building sustainable partnerships between the College and the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC). During this session, she respectfully acknowledged the presence of:
The Director General of the College: Dr.(Amb) Okocha Morgan Meshack
Members of the Board of Directors: Sen Dr. Ibrahim Nasiru, Oba Dr. Olusegun Aderemi, Prof. Chinedum Adiele, Prof. Atapia Owayibuekpo Atapia, Dr. Nkenta Daniel Udoudoh, and DCG (RTD) Ewurem Evans.
Field Representatives: Miss Otobong Effiong Asuquo, Amb Michael Felix, Miss Deborah Agada and Mr. Theophilus Agbatse from Security and Conflict Management.
PCRC Representatives: The Vice Chairman, PCRC Nasarawa State Command and Founder of Friends of Police, Ibrahim Babayo and the state Auditor, Mr. Philip Okorie.
Second Session: Address by the Vice Chairman, PCRC Nasarawa State Command
The second session was delivered by Ibrahim Babayo. In his address, he expressed appreciation to the College for its prompt response to PCRC’s collaboration request. He noted that the primary objective of PCRC is to engage communities effectively, which led them to utilize AI tools to identify reputable institutions capable of supporting their objectives—ultimately leading to the identification of the College of Oil and Gas Exploration Technology in Nigeria (COGET).
Third Session: Response by the Director General
The Director General highlighted that the College is committed to delivering professional training and remains positioned to support national security advancement. He described the proposed collaboration as timely and highly welcomed, assuring PCRC representatives of the College’s readiness to establish a structured partnership.
Key commitments made included:
Issuance of an official approval letter of partnership.
Provision of both online and on-site training programs.
Integration of PCRC trainers and curriculum into the College’s curriculum.
Development of structured partnership frameworks.
Interactive Session and Strategic Recommendations
Mr. Philip, State Auditor of the PCRC, commended the College’s futuristic disposition and forward-thinking approach, particularly in the area of cybersecurity and forensic education. Contributions from various stakeholders strengthened the collaborative direction, including recommendations for media expansion and grassroots outreach.
Closing Session and Formalization of Partnership
The meeting concluded on a highly positive and collaborative note. Miss Happiness Okon, serving as Acting Secretary, read out the aims and objectives of the College to PCRC representatives.
A major highlight was the formal reading and presentation of the Approval Letter, which was officially handed over to Ibrahim Babayo. This formal exchange marked the official commencement of a new phase of collaboration between the College of Oil and Gas Exploration Technology in Nigeria (COGET) and the Police Community Relations Committee, Nasarawa State Command.
Significant Outcomes:
✔ Approval of the Train-the-Trainers Program
✔ Agreement to develop Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)
✔ Commitment to curriculum integration
✔ Expansion of grassroots security education
✔ Official commencement of institutional collaboration
Miss Happiness Okon
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