ABIA POLICE COMMAND STRENGTHENS SECURITY OPERATIONS AS DIG ONWUEMELIE CONDUCTS STRATEGIC ASSESSMENT VISIT.
Abia POLICE COMMAND STRENGTHENS SECURITY OPERATIONS AS DIG ONWUEMELIE CONDUCTS STRATEGIC ASSESSMENT VISIT.
Abia POLICE COMMAND STRENGTHENS SECURITY OPERATIONS AS DIG ONWUEMELIE CONDUCTS STRATEGIC ASSESSMENT VISIT.
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the South-East Zone, DIG Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to strengthening security operations and enhancing policing effectiveness across Abia State and the South-East region.
DIG Onwuemelie made the declaration during an operational assessment visit to the Abia State Police Command in Umuahia, undertaken in line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, to evaluate operational performance and security preparedness across commands.
Addressing officers and men of the command, the DIG emphasized that the visit was not merely ceremonial but part of ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency, promote leadership accountability, and ensure the effective implementation of the policing vision of the current police administration.
He commended officers of the Abia State Command for maintaining relative peace and stability across the state in recent weeks, noting that situation reports reflected significant progress in crime prevention and public safety.
According to him, the dedication and professionalism demonstrated by officers have contributed immensely to safeguarding lives and property throughout the state.
Despite the commendation, the DIG stressed that some security challenges still require urgent and strategic attention.
He specifically referenced recent incidents of violent attacks and armed robbery in Aba, warning that isolated criminal activities must be swiftly addressed to prevent further escalation.
On security concerns in Umuahia and other parts of the state, Onwuemelie observed that incidents often described as cult-related are, in many cases, manifestations of organized youth gang violence.
He called for intelligence-driven policing strategies aimed at identifying, dismantling, and prosecuting criminal gangs responsible for violence and intimidation within communities.
The senior police officer also underscored the importance of stronger collaboration between the Police and critical stakeholders, including educational institutions, traditional rulers, community leaders, and other security partners.
He expressed concern over emerging security threats within university environments and stressed the need for proactive engagement to forestall criminal activities.
Reaffirming the commitment of the Inspector-General of Police to personnel welfare, DIG Onwuemelie assured officers that ongoing reforms covering promotions, improved housing schemes, and pension administration were being pursued to enhance morale and service delivery.
He further addressed concerns surrounding ongoing discussions on state policing, assuring officers that their professional interests and welfare would remain protected regardless of future policy decisions.
In a move aimed at modernizing law enforcement operations, the DIG disclosed that the Nigeria Police Force is set to integrate advanced technologies into its policing framework.
He revealed plans to deploy Artificial Intelligence tools in criminal investigations and intelligence gathering, alongside specialized training programmes for officers across state commands and other police formations.
The visit forms part of the Nigeria Police Force’s broader strategy to strengthen operational capacity, improve crime-fighting capabilities, and enhance public confidence in policing across the country.
The assessment visit was attended by senior officers of the Abia State Police Command and other key security stakeholders.
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