The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed that Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, on 22 November 2025 received a high-powered delegation from the Aguleri community in a renewed effort to strengthen peace and community collaboration.
Providing details of the meeting, SP Ikenga Tochukwu, Police Public Relations Officer, revealed that the Commissioner commended the delegation for its constructive approach to peacebuilding. “The CP appreciates the Aguleri community for consistently supporting the Police. He emphasized that security can only be sustained through strong partnerships with the people,” Ikenga stated.
According to the PPRO, the delegation was led by His Majesty, Eze (Dr) Chukwuemeka Eri, the Ezeora 34th of Enugwu Aguleri. “His Majesty expressed gratitude for the CP’s leadership and reaffirmed their readiness to collaborate with the Police, especially in intelligence sharing, preventing conflict and sensitising the youth on peaceful conduct,” SP Ikenga said.
He explained that the visit was part of the Command’s ongoing community-policing engagements. “This is in line with our strategy to foster mutual understanding, build trust and strengthen cooperation with communities,” he added.
SP Ikenga noted that several security enhancement strategies were reviewed. “Both sides discussed improved communication channels, joint crime-prevention programmes and broader community engagement initiatives,” he disclosed.
He said the meeting ended with a shared commitment to sustained cooperation. “The CP and the Aguleri Royal Council resolved to work even closer to maintain and deepen the peaceful atmosphere in Anambra State,” the PPRO stated.
Anambra CP, Aguleri Monarchs Reaffirm Commitment to Peace, Security
