Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
The Anambra State Police Command today, 8th September 2026, participated in a specialised arms drill and operational readiness exercise conducted under the supervision of the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG Miller Gajere Dantawaye, psc, in charge of the Police Supervisory Zone comprising Anambra and Enugu States. This was contained in a statement signed by SP. Ikenga Tochukwu, Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command, Awka.
The statement reads: “The exercise was designed to sharpen officers’ weapon-handling competence, operational discipline, coordination and adherence to established tactical and safety procedures, in line with the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to maintaining a professionally responsive and operationally ready workforce.
“Participating personnel underwent practical drills focused on safe weapon handling, arms drill, discipline, coordination and strict observance of prescribed operational procedures. Particular emphasis was placed on precision, controlled response, professional conduct and compliance with safety standards in the deployment of police personnel and equipment.
“The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, psc, mnips, commended AIG Dantawaye for the initiative, describing continuous professional development as a critical component of operational effectiveness and responsible policing.
“The CP charged officers and men of the Command to translate the competencies acquired into improved field performance, while maintaining strict compliance with the law, Force policies and established Standard Operating Procedures.
“He further reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to maintaining a disciplined, professionally competent and operationally prepared workforce capable of responding effectively to emerging security challenges and safeguarding lives and property across Anambra State, ” it also added.
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