Anambra Police Orders Clampdown On Illegal Gathering In The State
INITIATION AND SUPREMACY BATTLE AMONG CULT GROUPS IN ANAMBRA: CP ORUTUGU ORDERS CLAMPDOWN ON ANY UNLAWFUL GATHERINGS IN THE STATE.
Steps up security deployment with the School Protection Squad – Operatives to be on the offensive in student-populated areas
Urges Proprietors of hotels and bars or any related places to refuse hosting of such gatherings in their facility
Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has ordered a clampdown on unlawful gatherings in the state due to security concerns. This decision follows intelligence reports suggesting the Neo-Black Movement of Africa may attempt to execute plans leading to public disorder, cult initiations, and rival cult group reprisals.
While analyzing the operational operandi, the Anambra State Police Spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga stated clearly in the report that ,
- Security Deployment: The police have stepped up security measures, particularly in student-populated areas, and deployed the School Protection Squad (SPS) to be on the offensive. It should be recalled that the Inspector General Of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun PhD initiated the (SPS) aforesaid to address the hydra monster identify with the popular 7/7 date.
- Covert Operations: While giving details, SP Ikenga said the Operatives will conduct covert operations at motor parks and identified spots to prevent untoward situations.
- Hotel and Lounge Owners: Hoteliers, lounge owners, and studio apartment operators are urged to refuse their facilities for cult-related gatherings.
- Public Vigilance: The public is advised to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities or gatherings to the police immediately. The Spokesperson for the Police has said in the reports.
The irrepressible State Police Commissioner, CP Ikioye Orutugu has been proactive in addressing security challenges in Anambra State, including:
- Operation Udo Ga Chi: A security initiative aimed at tackling kidnapping and other crimes.
- Community Engagement: The CP has engaged with stakeholders, including traditional rulers and community leaders, to foster cooperation and intelligence sharing.
- Crime-Fighting Breakthroughs: The Anambra State Police Command has recorded significant breakthroughs in crime-fighting under CP Orutugu’s leadership, including the arrest of suspects involved in kidnapping and armed robbery.
Having identified the aforementioned it is expected that the Anambra State Police Command is battle ready and on top of the security concerns in the state, Aiyekooto Reporters can state authoritatively.