Anambra State Police Command has taken delivery of a new Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) to tackle criminals in the state.
The armoured vehicle was delivered to the Command by the Force Headquarters on the instruction of the Inspector General of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun.
The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu who received the heavy duty military equipment expressed happiness about the gesture, saying it would help the Command to tackle criminals in the state.
A statement by the State Police Command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, quoted the CP as expressing his deep appreciation to the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force for the delivery of the equipment.
The CP said: “This critical asset will significantly enhance the command’s operational capacity, especially in tackling emerging security challenges and strengthening the ongoing efforts toward maintaining peace, law, and order across the State.
“The Anambra State Police Command reassures Ndi Anambra of its renewed commitment to the protection of lives and property, and calls for continued cooperation from residents to ensure a safer Anambra for all.”
The CP further acknowledged the continuous support of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to the Command.
He described him as an IGP whose proactive leadership continues to reflect in the improved logistics, welfare, and morale of officers nationwide.
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