Anambra State Police Command Strengthens School Safety Initiative
By Chizoba Njaka
The Anambra State Commissioner of Police Ikioye Orutugu, has strengthened its efforts to ensure the safety and security of schools, students, teachers, and staff through the intensified Police Safe School Initiative.
Orutugu, who made the announcement in a press release issued by Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, in Awka, elaborated that the initiative focuses on crime prevention, fosters strategic partnerships, and provides comprehensive support to educational institutions to bolster their security protocols.
He emphasized that the initiative's benefits encompasses enhanced safety, reduced crime rates, increased confidence among students and staff, and a more conducive learning environment and commended the citizens and residents of Anambra State for the significant improvement in social and economic activities on Mondays.
The Commissioner who was accompanied by the Commissioner of Women Affairs, Hon. Ify Obinabo, explained that the initiative focuses on preventing crimes, building partnerships, and providing support to schools to enhance their security measures adding that it's benefits will improve safety, reduce crime, increased confidence, and better learning environment.
He noted that due to the detrimental effects of the unlawful "Sit At Home" order, which has significantly disrupted academic activities, the Police and other security agencies have assumed control of the streets, particularly on Mondays, to maintain safety and security throughout the state.
Orutugu also assured the people of Anambra State that they can conduct their daily activities without fear of harassment or intimidation.