By Everest Ezihe, Owerri
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG) supervising the South-East geopolitical zone and in charge of Logistics and Supply, Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, has embarked on an operational visit to Imo State as part of his strategic assessment tour of the region and in line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu.
During the visit over the weekend, the DIG paid an official visit to the Imo State Police Command, where he was received by the Commissioner of Police, Audu Garba Bosso, members of the command’s management team, and other senior officers.
Addressing officers and men of the command, Onwuemelie emphasized the need for professionalism, discipline, accountability, and intelligence-led policing. He urged officers to remain committed to their constitutional responsibilities of protecting lives and property.
The DIG commended the command for its operational efforts in safeguarding lives and property in the state, while urging personnel to remain dedicated, vigilant, and responsive in carrying out their duties.
He also stressed the need for sustained collaboration among the police, other security agencies, government institutions, traditional rulers, community leaders, and other critical stakeholders, noting that collective responsibility remains essential in addressing contemporary security challenges.
Onwuemelie further highlighted the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to adopting modern crime-fighting technologies, including artificial intelligence, drones, and other innovative security solutions to strengthen intelligence gathering, surveillance, investigations, and proactive policing.
As part of his engagements in the state, the DIG, accompanied by the Commissioner of Police and members of the command’s management team, paid a courtesy visit to Eze Emmanuel Okeke, where he sought continued support and partnership from traditional institutions in the collective effort to improve peace and security across the state.
The DIG acknowledged the vital role of traditional rulers in promoting peace and community security. In response, Eze Imo reaffirmed the commitment of traditional institutions to supporting security agencies in sustaining peace throughout Imo State.
Speaking at the end of the visit, CP Bosso expressed appreciation for the DIG’s visit and reassured residents of the command’s continued commitment, in synergy with other security agencies and stakeholders, to protecting lives and property while fostering a safe and peaceful environment for all.
