The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc mnips PhD, has restated that effective policing can only be achieved through shared responsibility between security agencies and the citizens they serve. His message was delivered on Thursday during a roundtable discussion on policing challenges at the sub-national level.
CP Orutugu, who was represented by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ikenga Tochukwu, emphasized that the Police cannot secure communities without active public support. He made the remarks at the event themed “The Nigerian Police and the Challenges of Policing at the Sub-National Level: Is State Police a Viable Option?”, held at the IPBS Boardroom, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
The roundtable, organized by the Institute for Peace, Security and Development Studies in collaboration with the Society for Peace Studies and Practice (SPSP), brought together key stakeholders including Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Chiobi (Rtd), Special Adviser on Security to the Governor of Anambra State; HRH Igwe P. O. Omachonu; Prof. Amaka Joe-Iguh; academics, civil society representatives, and members of the media. Participants shared perspectives on strengthening policing structures and improving security outcomes across states.
CP Orutugu stressed that trust, cooperation, and active community engagement remain central to successful policing. He noted that only a united approach can guarantee sustainable peace and safety in Anambra State, urging residents to show greater willingness to collaborate with the Police for more efficient service delivery.
The Anambra State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to deepening community-police partnerships and enhancing the State’s overall security architecture.