Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
The Anambra State Police Command today, 9th March 2026, held an hour-long meeting at the Anambra State Police Command, Awka with organisers of a planned protest over persistent electricity failure, alleged overestimated billing, and other related complaints tagged “Enough Is Enough.” This was contained in a statement signed by SP. Ikenga Tochukwu, Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command.
According to the statement, during the discussions, the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, Ibrahim Ezekiel, acknowledged the concerns raised by the group regarding electricity supply and billing issues. He urged the organisers to adopt constructive dialogue and engagement with the relevant authorities responsible for electricity regulation and distribution rather than resorting to street protests that may disrupt public order.
The statement also reads: “The Command emphasised the importance of peaceful and lawful channels in addressing grievances and encouraged stakeholders to pursue institutional means of resolving the issues affecting residents.
“The Anambra State Police Command reassured the public of its commitment to maintaining law and order while promoting peaceful engagement between citizens and relevant authorities,” it also added.
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