Emmanuel presents patrol vehicles, security gadgets to A’Ibom police

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Udom Emmanuel, has donated another batch of patrol vehicles to the state command of the Nigeria Police Force.

Making the presentation at Government House, Uyo, Emmanuel appreciated the collaborative efforts of security agencies in the state and pledged the state government’s support to enhance their operations.

Other items donated were mobile phones fitted with special permanent lines for all Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and Divisional Crime Officers (DCOs) across the state, walkie-talkies for all operation teams, fixed wireless phones for all police stations, ICT equipment for emergency call centres and solar panel for constant power supply in police stations. The governor also launched the state police emergency lines.

He said though no society in the world can be certified 100 per cent crime-free, his administration’s partnership with security agencies would help to mitigate and prevent escalation of criminal activities in the state, as he reaffirmed his promise of donating 100 vehicles to the state command before the end of his administration.

So far, the new 20 Hilux trucks bring to 97 the total number of vehicles donated by the administration in the state.He said: “I really want to appreciate the entire Akwa Ibom State Police Command. Not only the police but also other security outfits, the Army, SSS, Civil Defence, even the NDLEA. They are all extremely important. I want to appreciate them for everything they have done.

“Today, we are launching our toll-free numbers. We have a hotline, 112. They will give 24/7 communication access so that our people can get help when need arises. Today, we are adding 20 Hilux vehicles to the police command, so that they can help throughout this Yuletide season for effective patrol across the entire state to check and prevent crime.”

On ground to receive the donations was the state Police Commissioner, Mr. Olatoye Durosinmi. He thanked the governor for his support to the police and assured that the items would be put to judicious use.