Imo: Security Agencies Intensify Patrols To End Sit-at-home Threats
By Anne Osemekeh, Abuja
Security agencies in Imo State have intensified operations to eliminate any lingering sit-at-home threats, particularly outside the metropolis.
According to a statement issued on Monday in Owerri, the state capital, by the spokesperson for the police command, Henry Okoye, the Command, in collaboration with the Military, Department of State Services (DSS), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Immigration, and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has intensified operations to completely eradicate any form of sit-at-home threat in the state, particularly outside the metropolis.
“Joint security forces is conducting a large-scale show-of-force and confidence-building patrol across Owerri, Okigwe and Orlu zones to reassure residents and deter criminal activities”, Okoye stated, adding that the operation demonstrates the commitment of security agencies to dismantling criminal networks attempting to instill fear and disrupt socio-economic activities in the State.
He said also that the increased security presence ensures that residents can go about their daily lives without intimidation.
Okoye conveyed assurances by the Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Aboki Danjuma, of continued security efforts, while urging residents to cooperate by reporting suspicious activities to the nearest police station.
“The Imo State Police Command remains resolute in maintaining peace and order across the state”, he said.
