Anambra Police set to monitor checkpoints, patrols from command control room

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By Madu Obi

Awka - The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has announced the introduction of a strategic monitoring mechanism through the command’s operational control rooms to closely supervise police checkpoints, patrol teams and other operational activities across the state.

The initiative, which follows feedbacks received during the recent Anambra security stakeholders’ interactive sessions held across the three Senatorial Districts of the state, is aimed at strengthening effective policing, accountability and professionalism, while eliminating extortion, harassment and other forms of abuse against members of the public by police personnel.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Tochukwu Ikenga said the CP has directed that that under the new strategy, the control rooms will maintain closer oversight of patrol formations and checkpoints, with Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers and Tactical Team Commanders expected to account for the activities of personnel deployed to strategic locations.

According to the PPRO, reports and complaints relating to misconduct, extortion or other forms of unprofessional conduct will be promptly received, monitored and escalated for necessary action.

He stressed that while the command remains committed to providing effective security and protecting the lives and property of Anambra people and residents, no police officer will be permitted to abuse the responsibility entrusted to him or her by the Nigeria Police Force to exploit members of the public.

Ikenga added that the Commissioner has further directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers and Tactical Team Commanders to ensure strict compliance with the directive, warning that any personnel found engaging in extortion or other forms of misconduct will face appropriate disciplinary measures in accordance with the law and established regulations.

He called on members of the public to support the initiative by reporting "incidents of extortion, harassment or other unprofessional conduct through the Command’s established communication channels, including the Operational Control Room on 07039194332 or the Police Public Relations Officer on 08039334002, as well as the dedicated WhatsApp number of the Commissioner of the Police 09169531886

He reiterated its commitment of the command to professional, people-oriented and accountable policing, assuring members of the public that credible complaints will receive prompt attention and appropriate action.