How NGO built female cell, renovated Imo police station

DDM NEWS

A non-governmental organization (NGO) has taken a significant step to support law enforcement and promote gender sensitivity in Imo State by building a female cell and renovating the Imo Police Station.

This initiative aims to improve facilities and provide a more conducive environment for both police officers and detainees.

The NGO has constructed a dedicated female cell to ensure the safety and dignity of female detainees.

This facility is designed to meet international standards and provide a secure environment for women in custody.

The renovation of the Imo Police Station includes improvements to infrastructure, such as upgraded office spaces, better lighting, and enhanced security measures.

These upgrades will boost the morale of police officers and improve their ability to serve the community effectively.

The new female cell will provide a more humane environment for female detainees, ensuring their rights are respected and their dignity is maintained.

The renovated police station will enable officers to perform their duties more efficiently, contributing to improved law enforcement and public safety in Imo State.

Initiatives like this can help build trust between law enforcement agencies and the community, fostering better cooperation and collaboration.

The NGO’s efforts demonstrate its commitment to supporting law enforcement agencies and promoting justice and human rights in Imo State.

This project highlights the importance of collaboration between NGOs and government agencies in driving positive change and improving public services.

The NGO’s initiative to build a female cell and renovate the Imo Police Station is a significant step towards promoting gender sensitivity and improving law enforcement in the state.

It sets a positive example for other organizations and Stakeholders.

A news report in one of the dailies clarifies this.

It states: “As part of its corporate social responsibility, a non-governmental organization, known as Brothers Across Nigeria International at the weekend commissioned a new female cell and renovated police station in Imo State.

The president of the Imo State chapter of Brothers Across Nigeria International, Chukwuemeka Andrain Nwokeji said the NGO built a brand new female cell and renovated the New Owerri Division Police Station.

He said, “We changed everything around the cell, the louvres, the ceilings and made it a first-class female cell.

“In the coming days, we will continue to support the police on the work they are doing in the society.

This year, we decided to make the female cell of the station and we commend the commissioner of Police for the efforts he is making in ensuring security of lives and property and order in the state.

“Apart from what we have done for the police, we also support prison inmates, hospitals and schools to give them a lifeline.”

He extolled the national president of the NGO, Dr Anthony Mark for the approval of the project, explaining that the decision to construct a female cell facility and renovate parts of the office complex was a way of supporting the police and giving back to society.

He also assured that the organization would ensure the continued maintenance of the facility”, the report stated.

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