From Isaac Ojo
Anambra State Police Command has clarified as false security alert alleging that a military helicopter dropped unknown items in a bush located at the boundary between Nimo and Adazi-Nnukwu in Anaocha LGA of the State.
The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for the command, Tochukwu Ikenga(SP) revealed this in statement made available to journalists on Thursday.
“Following the report, the Command immediately deployed operatives to the area for verification and assessment. So far, findings revealed that the alleged location remains calm, with no suspicious objects or any security concerns observed.
“Normal activities continue within and around the area, while security operatives maintain routine surveillance to ensure public safety and sustain public confidence,” Ikenga said.
Meanwhile, the Anambra State Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu(CP) has urged members of the public to disregard the false alarm and desist from spreading unverified information capable of causing panic and undermining public confidence in the security architecture of the State.
CP Orutugu reiterated the Command’s commitment to proactive policing, intelligence-led operations, and effective collaboration with other security agencies and community stakeholders in maintaining peace and security across Anambra State.
He further encouraged residents to verify security-related information through official channels and report suspicious activities to the nearest Police Station or other security formations.
