ANAMBRA STATE POLICE PLEDGES SUSTAINED SECURITY DOMINANCE AS THE COMMAND RECEIVES COMMENDATION FROM STAKEHOLDERS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS FOR A CRIME-FREE IMOKA FESTIVAL 2025

The Anambra State Police Command has been commended for a job well done under the leadership of Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, they’ve received widespread commendation for ensuring the 2025 Imoka Festival in Awka was peaceful and hitch-free. Zero incidents of violence, cult-related activities, or public disturbances – that’s what we call a successful event! A report from SP Tochukwu Ikenga the Police Public Relations Officer has said.

This achievement is credited to the command’s proactive deployment of joint security personnel, robust intelligence gathering, and community partnership strategy. DCP Ezekiel Ibrahim, representing CP Orutugu, appreciated the people of Awka and festival organizers for their cooperation and discipline. He pledged the command’s continued commitment to securing cultural and social events across the state.

The CP emphasized the importance of community support and timely information sharing in ensuring public safety. He reaffirmed the command’s adoption of people-oriented policing strategies to preserve cultural heritage, foster peaceful coexistence, and ensure law-abiding citizens enjoy their constitutional rights. SP Tochukwu Ikenga gives the update on the development.

This peaceful Imoka Festival marks a milestone for Awka community, showcasing their commitment to peace and cooperation with security agencies. Other localities are encouraged to follow their example. The strategic security measures paid off , SP Ikenga has said in the reports privy to Aiyekooto Reporters.