A delegation led by Dr. I.B. Gashinbaki, President and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria (CIFCFIN), paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of Defence Staff, General C.G. Musa, OFR, at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, January 31, 2024.

The visit's primary objective was to formally introduce the Institute to the Nigerian Military and discuss potential collaboration and partnership opportunities between CIFCFIN and the Nigerian Military. Dr. I.B. Gashinbaki, accompanied by the Registrar/CEO, distinguished members of the Governing Council, and key institute staff, engaged in constructive dialogue with General C.G. Musa and his team.

During the meeting, Dr. Gashinbaki emphasized the importance of integrating forensics and fraud investigations into the operational framework of the Nigerian Military. He underscored how this strategic collaboration could significantly enhance the military's capabilities in combating crime and ensuring national security.

In response, General C.G. Musa expressed gratitude for the visit and conveyed the Nigerian Military's openness to collaborating with CIFCFIN. He acknowledged the valuable expertise that the institute could bring to the table and indicated a willingness to explore avenues for joint initiatives. The Chief of Defence Staff highlighted the potential for developing specialised training programs and capacity-building initiatives for military personnel. Such collaborations, he noted, would contribute to the continuous improvement of the skills and knowledge of the Nigerian Military in relevant areas.

Both parties expressed optimism about the prospect of a fruitful partnership that would mutually benefit CIFCFIN and the Nigerian Military in their respective mandates. As discussions progress, further details regarding specific areas of collaboration and potential joint initiatives will be unveiled.

This meeting signifies a significant step towards fostering synergy between the forensic and military sectors, with a shared commitment to advancing national security through enhanced forensics and fraud investigation capabilities.