Following challenges of insecurity, the Anambra State Police Command has met with the management of Nnamdi Azikwe University, the students union government, and the Commissioner of Homeland Security Affairs.
The meeting, which took place at the Vice Chancellor’s Conference Hall at UNIZIK, was aimed at addressing the recent security breaches in some of the hostels along Ifite, Awka.
Some of the resolutions reached included another elaborate meeting with the private hostel owners, the president of hostels, and other stakeholders, especially along with Ifite residents on the need to provide securities to the hotels.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Echeng, who was represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations DCP John Obuagbaka, noted that the Command has since embarked on an intensive patrol, improved operational positioning, and deployment of covert operatives as a solution to the security situation in the area. He also emphasized the need for cooperation and actionable intelligence.
Among other concerns, the Command also gave the Control Room number 07039194332, the Area Commander, Awka 07067950441, DPO B Division 08064521837, DPO Central Police Station, Awka, 07031583583, and the Command Public Relations Officer 08039334002 for a prompt response.