Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
In furtherance of Anambra State Police Command’s community policing and crime prevention strategies, the Command today, 11th February 2026, engaged students and school authorities in an interactive session focused on school safety, personal security awareness, and crime prevention. This was contained in a statement signed by SP. Ikenga Tochukwu, Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command.
During the interaction, the Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations Department ACP Oruru Harrison PSC enlightened the students of Sacred Heart Academy Ifite Ogwari, on the dangers of cultism, drug abuse, bullying, cybercrime, and other social vices. The officer also emphasised the importance of vigilance, responsible behaviour, and prompt reporting of suspicious activities in and around the school premises.
The Command encouraged students to build positive relationships with law enforcement agencies and reassured them of the Police’s readiness to respond swiftly to distress calls and security concerns affecting educational institutions.
The Police further urged school administrators to strengthen internal security measures and maintain close collaboration with security agencies to proactively address potential threats. The Command remains steadfast in its resolve to safeguard schools and create an enabling environment for academic excellence across the State.
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