Okon Bassey in Uyo
Kidnappings, armed robbery, communal clashes, and homicidal cases have been identified as some of the security challenges facing Akwa Ibom State.
The state Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, opened up on the security issue facing the state during a visit to the state Governor, Umo Eno, at the Government House in Uyo.
To contain the challenges, the Police Commissioner said his team in collaboration with the Directorate of State Services (DSS) were profiling the sponsors of communal clashes in the state.
To ensure peace and security reign in state, CP Azare pledged commitment to engage the youths in dialogue to promote peaceful coexistence.
And in a bid to enhance community policing, he said directive has been given for principal officers of the Command to make their phone number available to the public for easy access.
With the new strategies adopted and wealth of experience and commitment to community policing,…
Source: Thisday Newspaper
