Emma Elekwa

Anambra State Police Command, in synergy with sister security and safety agencies has commenced the first phase of comprehensive security and safety assessment across strategic locations in the State ahead of the planned visit of the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu and other high-profile dignitaries to the State on Thursday, September 10, 2026.

Police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga said the exercise is part of the Command’s proactive, intelligence-led security strategy to identify potential vulnerabilities, validate existing security arrangements and reinforce operational readiness around designated venues, major access routes, critical infrastructure and other strategic locations.

He said the assessment focused on threat identification, intelligence coordination, access and movement control, strategic deployment, traffic management, emergency response capability and protection of lives and property.

According to him, the exercise is being conducted through enhanced inter-agency coordination to ensure seamless and unified security architecture before, during and after the visit.

“The Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama has directed all Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders and Divisional Police Officers to undertake comprehensive assessments within their respective areas of responsibility and immediately address identified security gaps.

“The CP further directed all personnel deployed for the assignment to maintain maximum vigilance, operational discipline and professionalism, while remaining courteous and responsive to members of the public.

“He emphasised that all operations must be conducted within the framework of the law and with full respect for fundamental human rights.

“The Commissioner assures the public that the Command, working closely with sister security and safety agencies, has commenced necessary measures to ensure a secure, orderly and incident-free environment throughout the period of the visit,” he added.

While calling on residents, motorists, business owners, community leaders and other stakeholders to cooperate with security personnel, Ikenga assured Command’s continued sustenance of heightened security posture and operational readiness before, during and after the visit.

On his part, The NSCDC Commandant, Commandant Maku Olatunde assured that all security arrangements were in top gear to guarantee peaceful and successful event.

He urged the public to cooperate with security operatives and adhere to traffic advisories that would be issued during the period of the visit.