Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
As the Yuletide season draws near, the Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu, fwc mnips PhD, has called on residents of Anambra State to cooperate fully with the Police and other security agencies by promptly notifying the Police of any planned social, cultural, religious, or public gathering requiring security attention. This was contained in a statement signed by SP. Ikenga Tochukwu, Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command.
According to the statement, the CP made this appeal following the Command’s ongoing review of security strategies for the festive period. He emphasized that early notification enables the Police and other security agencies to plan ahead towards strengthening surveillance, crowd management, and safety, prevent crime, and ensure peaceful conduct of events across the State.
The CP stated that the Yuletide season typically attracts increased social activities, higher population movement, and large gatherings across communities, making proactive communication with the Police essential for maintaining peace and order.
CP Orutugu reassured the public that the Command has activated an enhanced operational plan covering patrols, intelligence gathering, rapid response systems, and inter-agency collaboration.
The CP further encouraged community leaders, event organizers, associations, churches, traditional institutions, youth bodies, and hospitality operators to maintain close communication with their nearest Police formations.
He reiterated the Command’s commitment to the safety of all residents and visitors during the festive season, urging the public to remain law-abiding and report suspicious activities promptly.
For quick response and necessary security coverage, members of the public are advised to contact their respective Divisional Police Officers, Area Commanders, or the Command Control Room through the numbers already published by the Command.
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