Tag: Anambra CP Nnanna Oji Ama

: Police Arrest Ex-Boyfriend Over Murder of 23-Year-Old Woman in Anambra

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….Suspect allegedly confesses to killing victim after relationship breakdown     The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a man, identified as Chima Ofoeke, over the suspected murder of a 23-year-old woman, Mmesoma Umeorini, in Uga, Aguata Local Government Area of the state. The arrest followed the disappearance of the deceased, whose mother had earlier reported to the Divisional Police Officer, Umuchu Division, that her daughter had been missing since October 16, 2026. The mother reportedly raised the alarm after efforts to establish her daughter’s whereabouts proved unsuccessful, prompting police…

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Anambra CP Orders Query of DPO, Two Officers Over ‘Missing’ Robbery Suspect

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The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has ordered the immediate issuance of queries to the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of the 3-3 Police Station and a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) over the alleged failure to account for an armed robbery suspect reportedly arrested and brought to the station. The Commissioner also directed the immediate commencement of disciplinary proceedings against an Inspector of Police in connection with the incident. The directives followed a viral video alleging that an armed robbery suspect arrested by the police…

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Aguleri–Umuoba Anam Crisis: CP, Deputy Gov Inspect Flashpoints, Vow To Sustain Peace

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The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, on Friday led the Deputy Governor of the state, Dr Onyekachukwu Ibezim, and other top government and security officials on an on-the-spot assessment of crisis-affected areas in Aguleri and Umuoba Anam communities. The visit, which took place on October 2, 2026, was part of ongoing efforts by the state government and security agencies to stabilise the affected areas, protect lives and property, and prevent further escalation of the crisis. The delegation inspected the affected locations to assess the security situation,…

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Nwosu Case: Police Deny N600,000 Bribe Claim, Reveal Fresh Evidence

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The Anambra State Police Command has dismissed allegations that its personnel demanded N600,000 for the release of Miss Nwosu Chikamso Jennifer, describing the claim as a diversionary tactic capable of distracting investigators from the ongoing probe. The command said its investigation into Nwosu’s alleged involvement in a case concerning the death of a victim remained ongoing, insisting that the police would not be distracted by allegations of monetary demands for release. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ikenga Tochukwu, disclosed this in a statement issued in Awka on Wednesday. According…

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Anambra Police Deny ₦600,000 Demand For Woman’s Release, Say She Aided Wanted Brother

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The Anambra State Police Command has denied demanding ₦600,000 or any other monetary payment for the release of a woman, Nwosu Chikamso Jennifer, arrested in connection with investigations into cult-related killings in Awka. The command described as false the allegation contained in a publication by Sahara Reporters, which followed a letter purportedly written by the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre and signed by its Executive Director, Okechukwu Nwanguma. The letter, dated September 5, 2026, reportedly alleged that Jennifer was arrested on August 31, 2026, solely because of her…

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Understanding local culture key to effective policing — Anambra CP

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The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has stressed the need for security personnel to understand and respect the culture, traditions and values of the people for effective and people-centred policing. Oji Ama made the assertion yesterday when the Commissioner for Information and Value Reorientation, Dr Law Mefor, and the Commissioner for Culture, Entertainment and Tourism, Mr Udoji Amedu, paid a courtesy visit to the Command Headquarters in Awka. The Police boss said effective policing transcends law enforcement, noting that a proper understanding of the cultural…

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