Delight Chinedum

Rule of Law and Accountability and Advocacy Center (RULAAC) has commended Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo for his bold and audacious steps in confronting crime and insecurity in the state through the enactment of the new Anambra State Homeland Security Law, 2025.

Executive Director, Okechukwu Nwanguma stated this on Wednesday at a Stakeholders Partnership Town Hall Meeting in Awka, Anambra state.

The meeting was organized by Police Stakeholders Partnership Forum (PSPF) and facilitated by RULAAC with support from the Rule of Law and Anti-corruption, RoLAC 2 Program being implemented by the International IDEA.

Nwanguma described the security initiative as worth supporting without partisan or other mundane considerations.

“The welfare and security of the people and residents of this state must be put first and ahead of any other personal or narrow interests,” he stressed.

While identifying effective police complaint mechanisms as crucial for promoting accountability, transparency and trust in law enforcement, Nwanguma said such mechanisms must adhere to key values of accessibility, transparency and fairness to be achieved.

He added: “By upholding these values, police complaint mechanisms can enhance public trust and confidence in law enforcement; identify and address systemic issues and service failures; promote accountability and transparency within police forces, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning

“Ultimately, effective police complaint mechanisms are essential for ensuring that law enforcement agencies serve and protect their communities with integrity and respect for human rights,” he said.

The RULAAC boss explained that the meeting was targeted at engaging participants in meaningful dialogue, to share their insights, and to collaborate on strategies that would further their collective goals.

“The TownHall is focused on the vital themes of Promoting Human Rights, Law Enforcement Accountability, and Effective Criminal Justice Administration in Anambra State.

“Today, as we come together, our mission remains clear: to foster a culture of respect for human rights, enhance accountability, and promote effective criminal justice delivery.

“With the support we’ve received from the International IDEA, we are poised to expand our work and deepen our impact.

“It is our hope that together, we will strengthen partnerships among stakeholders, increase community awareness, and improve perceptions of police accountability.”