A’Ibom Police Commissioner Calls for Strategic Partnership In Fight Against Crime

The Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, CP Waheed Ayilara says Police in the state under his watch will continue to design and deploy strategic security measures to prevent crime in Akwa Ibom State.

He stated this at the end of his tour of 31 Local Government Areas, Area Commands, Divisions, and formations within the Command.

The tour which commenced on 15th May 2024 ended on 4th of July, 2024 with a call for strategic partnership from all stakeholders towards the prevention of crime in the State.

The purpose of the tour according to a release signed by ASP Timfon John was to assess the conditions of the Divisions, engage with stakeholders, deepen local intelligence and also meet with members of the communities in Akwa Ibom State.

“During the tour, CP Ayilara met with all the 31 Local Government Chairmen, Traditional Rulers, Divisional Police Officers, and critical stakeholders”

CP Ayilara reiterated his commitment to providing security of lives and properties in the state and also said his doors are always open for constructive criticism and contributions from the good citizens and public spirited individuals in Akwa Ibom State.

” I am here in the State not as a master but a servant poised to serve diligently” the statement read

CP Ayilara solicited the support of the Local Government Chairmen and stakeholders in curbing crimes in the State.

The Police Commissioner assured the communities that the Command under his leadership will continue to work towards safeguarding the rights of the citizens of the State through the already established Police Complaint Response Unit within the Command.

The tour provided the Police boss an opportunity to directly interact with Police Officers within the Area Commands, Divisions, and Formations where he assured them of management’s commitment in pursuing the welfare of officers and men and urged them to continue to conduct themselves professionally.

He cautioned against unprofessional conduct by officers and men as management will not hesitate to deal with anyone involved in misconduct and unprofessional acts.