Security agencies move to stop sit-at-home in Imo

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri

The Imo State Police Command, in collaboration with the Military, Department of State Services   (DSS), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigeria Drug Law Enforcement Agency  ( NDLEA), Immigration, and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has intensified operations to completely eradicate any form of sit-at-home threat in the  state, laying emphasis on the rural areas.

A statement by Imo State police Police Public Relations Officer(PPRO) Henry Okoye noted that joint security forces have commenced a large-scale show-of-force and confidence-building patrol across Owerri, Okigwe and Orlu zones to reassure residents of their safety.

Okoye stated that the proactive operation demonstrates the commitment of the security agencies to dismantling criminal networks and attempting to instill fear and disrupt socio-economic activities in the state.

He said:”The increased security presence ensures that residents can go about their daily lives without intimidation.

“ Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, assures the public of continued security efforts and urges residents to cooperate by reporting suspicious activities to the nearest police station”. Okoye stated.