By Okey Maduforo Awka
Ahead of the 30th May Biafran Day Anniversary in the South East security operatives have commenced show of force at major cities in Anambra state in a bid to avert breakdown of law and order.
Similarly the eight Service Commanders in the state have taken over flash points and formations in town such as Awka , Nnewi, Onitsha and Orifite deploying officers and men to those areas .
Recall that in the time past the Biafra Day celebration had in some places ended up in violence claiming lives and property a situation the security operatives would not want to repeat itself.
In a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer SP Tochikwu Ikenga the service commanders have been emboldened by the support and encouragement of law abiding citizens of the state hence the show of force.
“Following the outcome of a closed-door meeting of the Anambra Security Service Commanders ahead of an illegal sit-at-home on 30th May 2025, by some criminal elements, the Commissioner of Police *CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD* has noted the increased motivation of the Police and Other Security Agencies stemming from the cooperation and support received from Ndi Anambra in joining voices to condemn any act that threatens our National peace”
“This collective effort has further strengthened the resolve of the security agencies to tackle threats to peace and security in the State, fostering a safer environment through Community-Police collaboration”
“Given the above, the Police-led Joint Security Force comprising the Department of State Services (DSS), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), other Security agencies as well as the Army and Navy complimenting the security deployment, has intensified patrols and taken over the strategic junctions in Awka, Onitsha, Nnewi, Ihiala, Oraifite and many other parts of the State”
“This demonstrates the commitment of the Security Agencies to maintaining security and order as their heightened presence aims to deter criminal activities, reassure the public, and provide a safe environment for citizens and visitors alike”
“In the event of requesting any security services/assistance, call the Command Control Room Number on 07039194332 or PPRO 08039334002 for a prompt response. You can also call the various Area Commanders or DPOs in your areas of concern as you can find attached, please”; he said.
