The Police Public Relations Officer in Anambra State, SP Tochukwu Ikenga has revealed that smart intervention of the state security apparatus put in place curbed and averted breakdown of law and other in the state during the 2025 yuletide season.
SP Tochukwu Ikenga who made this known in a statement held that the collaborative effort of all security agents, some suspected criminals were arrested during the period.
According to the statement, “During the 2025 December festive season, the Anambra State Police Command, in collaboration with other security agencies, recorded significant operational successes including maintenance of public safety, apprehension of suspects, and protection of lives and property across the State. Below are the details,
“Police operatives attached to the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), at about 3.20pm on 31st December 2025, arrested a female suspect, Eucharia Ogochukwu, aged 42, at Awka, in connection with an alleged case of criminal conspiracy, cyber bullying, and defamation of character against a very senior police officer who once served in the Command.
“Preliminary investigation indicates that the suspect allegedly engaged in coordinated online activities aimed at damaging the reputation of the Assistant Commissioner of Police. During interrogation, the suspect made useful statements to the Police.
“Meanwhile, an investigation is ongoing to identify and apprehend other persons who may be connected with the incident.
“The Command also confirms the successful containment of security-related issues that arose during Town Union elections conducted in some communities across the State within the festive period.
Ikenga further stated that Police operatives, working in synergy with other security agencies and community stakeholders, were promptly deployed to affected areas upon receiving reports of tension and disagreements associated with the electoral process.
“The timely intervention of the Police prevented the breakdown of law and order, ensured the safety of residents, and restored calm in the affected communities.
“The Command commended community leaders, town union officials, and residents for their cooperation and restraint, which greatly contributed to the peaceful resolution of the issues.
“The Command further advised community members, candidates, supporters, and other stakeholders who are still not satisfied with the outcome to channel their grievances through lawful and established mechanisms.
“To this end, joint security patrols were intensified across major highways, commercial centres, places of worship, and recreational areas throughout the festive period, resulting in a calm and hitch-free celebration in most parts of the State.”
