By Uchenna Ezeadigwe 


In a proactive strategy to address traffic congestions in the State, especially at the First and Second Niger Bridge during and after this yuletide period, the Anambra State Police Command has commenced joint operations with the Anambra State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps and the Delta State Police Command. 


Disclosing this by the Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command, Awka, SP Tochukwu Ikenga on 18th December, 2024 said "This proactive move was embedded in the Operational Plan of the Commissioner Of Police  CP Nnaghe Obono Itam after a security assessment in the State with the Management of the Police Command to ensure that every sundry issue is addressed". 


The CP visited the two bridges with the Sector Commander Federal Road Safety Corps Anambra State. The CP also alerted the Delta State Commissioner of Police on the need for cooperation and intensification of surveillance patrols to nip in the bud all criminal tendencies/ activities on the road and to ensure free-flow of traffic in the area during and after the festive season. 


The CP further affirmed that the Anambra State Police Command shall continue to explore strategies to ensure the safety of the travelling public and remains committed to consolidating on the gains already recorded in crime prevention, restoration of Law and Order and improving on the safety and security of lives in the State.