Imo: Police vow to Secure Religious Centres; arrest 18 suspects

Austin Okoro DDM NEWS

Imo Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to secure religious centers.

The command through an operation led by CP Aboki Danjuma within the forested areas of Nekede and FUTO, arrested eighteen 18 criminal suspects.

The command in collaboration with other sister agencies assured the christian community and all worshipers of adequate protection across religious centers in Imo state.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye stated in a statement on Tuesday 18th Match 2025.

The statement read: “The Imo State Police Command in synergy with other security agencies has assured the Christian community and all worshippers of adequate security across churches, mosques, and other religious centers in the state.

This reassurance was given by the Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, during his visit to Verbum Domini Pilgrimage and Retreat Centre, Obinze on Monday, 17/03/2025—a facility owned by the Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri.

CP Danjuma recognized concerns about the center’s location near forested areas but assured that strategic security measures have been implemented to safeguard worshippers.

He emphasized that the Command has intensified operations across the state to tackle kidnapping, armed robbery, and other crimes.

Reaffirming his commitment to public safety, he assured residents that Imo remains secure for all.

The Commissioner urged religious and community leaders to support security efforts by providing useful information.

He reassured worshippers at the pilgrimage center that proactive measures have been put in place and that there is no cause for fear.

He further emphasized that security is a collective responsibility and called for public cooperation in sustaining peace.

Prior to the visit, the CP led a security operation around forested areas near FUTO and Nekede, leading to the arrest of 18 suspects.

The suspects are currently undergoing interrogation and will be prosecuted if found culpable.

The Imo State Police Command remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents.”

The Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma has consistently assured members of the public of his readiness to combat crime and criminality in the state, DDM News gathered.

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