The Imo State Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, has called on residents and stakeholders to support ongoing efforts aimed at fostering lasting peace and security in the state.
Danjuma made the appeal over the weekend during a peace awareness campaign in Owerri, where he led more than 1,000 police officers and youths in a peace march through major streets of the state capital.
Addressing participants at the event, the Police Commissioner emphasised that sustained development is only possible in an environment where peace, unity, rule of law, and social justice are upheld. He reiterated the readiness of the Imo State Police Command to maintain public safety, but noted that security is a shared responsibility requiring community involvement.
“We must all come together to safeguard our communities. Security is not just the job of the police — everyone has a role to play,” he said, urging youths in particular to collaborate with security agencies by providing reliable and timely intelligence.
The march was organised by the non-governmental organisation, Citizens Advocate for Peace is Possible in Nigeria (CAPIPIN), in partnership with the Imo State Police Command. The initiative aimed to encourage civic responsibility and reinforce the importance of peace in the state’s socio-political landscape.
Speaking at the event, the Imo State Commissioner for Youths and Talent Hunt, Emeka Mandela Ukaegbu, described the march as a reflection of the determination of Imo youths to contribute to peaceful coexistence in the state. He expressed appreciation to both the police and CAPIPIN for organising the activity and reaffirmed the support of the state government under Governor Hope Uzodimma for initiatives that promote peace and stability.
“The government is committed to working with all partners to ensure a safe environment where every citizen can thrive,” Ukaegbu stated.
CAPIPIN’s National Director, Chibuike Akujuobi, explained that the initiative was conceived to promote peace among residents of the state. He encouraged citizens to support development and security through regular community engagement, skills training, and empowerment programmes.
In a related effort last week, the organisation trained 150 police officers in the state on modern peace and conflict resolution methods. It also presented Peace Advocate awards to selected officers for their contributions to conflict prevention, public safety, and national security.
