Police, Premium Trust Bank Boost Community Security

The Anambra State Police Command, on Wednesday, in collaboration with Premium Trust Bank, reinforced its commitment to improved security service delivery and community-oriented policing in the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, in a statement, said this forms part of activities marking the 2026 National Police Day celebration held…

Awka Igwe Stool Tussle:Police Warn Troublemakers

The Anambra State Police Command has placed operatives of the Anti-Cult Unit and the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Awka Sector, on high alert to proactively address any potential security concerns arising from the ongoing Panel of Enquiry on the Awka traditional stool.The Command warned that individuals or groups engaging in acts capable of threatening public…

OPINION: Agụnachemba: The Shield Anambra Must Not Break

Agụnachemba By Titus Eleweke In the fragile security architecture that defines many Nigerian states today, few initiatives have stood out with the clarity and resolve of Anambra State’s local security outfit, Agụnachemba. At a time when fear stalked communities and criminal elements operated with brazen confidence, the establishment of Agụnachemba under the Anambra Homeland Security…

Anambra Police Arrest Motel Owner,Two Others Over Illicit Drug Activities, Illegal Firearm Possession

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a motel owner and two other suspects over alleged involvement in illicit drug activities and unlawful possession of a firearm in Uke, Idemili North Local Government Area of the state.The suspects were identified as Mr. Ifeanyi Ibeabuchi, 39; Abdullahi Shaibu, 26; and Obah Chima, 18.In a statement issued…

Land Disputes Fuel Most Killings, Kidnappings in Anambra — CP Orutugu

Traditional Ruler of Ukpo,Igwe Robert Eze and Anambra State Commissioner of Police CP Ikioye Orutugu The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, Ikioye Orutugu, has revealed that the majority of violent crimes in the state , including attempted murder, kidnapping, and assault, are linked to land grabbing and disputes. According to the Commissioner, land grabbing…