Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
The Anambra State Police Command has ramped up security preparedness in response to circulating panic-inducing voice notes and unverified security messages on social media. This was contained in a statement signed by SP Ikenga Tochukwu, Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command.
The statement reads: “The Anambra State Police Command wishes to reassure the public, especially residents of Anambra, that it is not taking lightly the panic-inducing voice notes and unstable security messages currently circulating on social media by unidentified individuals. Consequently, the Command has intensified security surveillance, strengthened visibility policing, and expanded routine and targeted patrols in all areas mentioned in the recordings.
“Preliminary assessments indicate that these voice notes and social media messages lack verified credibility. However, the Command has adopted proactive measures to ensure that no security concern, whether real or fabricated, is left unattended.
“The Commissioner of Police CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc mnips Phd has further directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, Tactical Units, and Joint Security Teams to remain on heightened alert, boost intelligence gathering, and sustain aggressive patrol operations both day and night.
“The Command subsequently urges residents of Anambra State to remain calm and continue their lawful activities without fear. Ndi Anambra are assured that Police operatives remain firm, vigilant, and fully committed to their constitutional mandate of protecting lives and property across the State.
“Furthermore, the Command advises the public to desist from circulating unverified messages capable of causing unnecessary panic, emphasizing that such actions may attract legal consequences.
“For any security emergency or request for assistance, members of the public are encouraged to contact the Police through the following lines: Control Room Hotline: 07039194332 and Emergency Number: 112,” it also added.
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