Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
The Anambra State Police Command has observed with concern an emerging pattern where some social media handlers record and circulate videos of individuals alleging police unprofessional conduct without recourse to the Command or verification of the facts, with the intent to incite members of the public against the Police and other security agencies in the State. This was contained in a statement signed by SP. Ikenga Tochukwu, Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command, Awka.
The statement reads: “The Command reiterates that while every citizen has the constitutional right to express grievances and seek justice, the deliberate dissemination of unverified, misleading, or one-sided accounts that can cause public tension, undermine security operations, and erode confidence in security institutions is condemnable.
“The Command remains committed to professionalism, accountability, and respect for fundamental human rights. It therefore encourages members of the public to make use of the available complaint and redress mechanisms established by the Nigeria Police Force, including the Complaint Response Unit (CRU), the Police Public Relations Department, and other official channels for prompt investigation and appropriate action on allegations involving police personnel. Such reports could be channelled through: Command Control Room number – 07039194332,
OC X Squad- 07015949305,
PPRO -08039334002,
Officer in charge of Anti -Cult/VCRU -07030679375,
Rapid Response Squad- 07058040015 and
Complainant Respond Unit – 08069262121
“The Police Command further warns against the use of social media platforms to spread false information, incite hatred, or obstruct lawful security duties, noting that such actions could attract legal consequences.
“Meanwhile, the Command assures Ndi Anambra that it will continue to collaborate with other security agencies and community stakeholders to improve public safety, maintain law and order, and strengthen trust through transparent and community- oriented policing.
“Also, find attached numbers of the respective divisional Police Officers and Area Commanders, please, ” it also added.
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