In a bold move to reinforce the Anambra State Police Command’s campaign against kidnapping and insecurity, Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, fwc, on Monday, April 28, 2025, led a high-visibility patrol under the ongoing Operation Udo Ga Chi – Zero Kidnapping initiative.
According to SP Tochukwu Ikenga, Police Public Relations Officer of the Anambra State Police Command, the patrol forms part of the Command’s intensified efforts to ensure public safety and deter criminal activities. During the operation, CP Orutugu made a strategic stop at the 3-3 axis of Nkwelle Ezunaka community, where he engaged with estate chairmen, private security personnel, and key community stakeholders to strengthen police-community relations and enhance cooperation for more effective policing.
Operation Udo Ga Chi, which translates to “Peace Must Reign”, reflects the Command’s renewed commitment to proactive and community-driven policing. CP Orutugu emphasized that the operation aims to increase security presence, reassure the public, and foster collaborative efforts in the fight against crime.
During the engagement, stakeholders acknowledged the Commissioner’s leadership in tackling insecurity and enhancing police-community interactions. In recognition of his efforts, they presented him with an Award of a Strategic Crime Fighter, commending his proactive crime-fighting strategies and commitment to maintaining peace.
In his response, CP Orutugu expressed gratitude for the recognition and reassured residents of his unwavering commitment to improving security across the state. He dedicated the award to victims of police misconduct, emphasizing the Command’s determination to uphold professionalism and deliver a more people-friendly policing service.
The patrol and stakeholder engagement are part of the Anambra State Police Command’s broader strategy to maintain peace and enhance public safety through active community participation.