The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has emphasized that effective policing cannot be achieved by the Police alone, but requires collective efforts from community leaders, residents and other stakeholders.
The Commissioner stated this on Monday, August 24, 2026 while hosting leaders of the Arewa Community from the 21 Local Government Areas of the state.
The meeting is part of the Command’s ongoing efforts to promote all-inclusive policing and deepen collaboration with communities across Anambra.
CP Nnanna said timely and credible information sharing, community support and mutual trust are critical to preventing and tackling crime.
He urged the Arewa leaders to remain committed partners in the Command’s security initiatives and to sensitize their members on supporting lawful security operations and promptly providing useful information to the Police.
During the engagement, discussions centered on security challenges, community policing and practical steps to enhance the protection of lives and property. CP Nnanna stressed that effective policing cannot be achieved by the Police alone, but requires the collective support of community leaders, residents and other stakeholders.
In response, the Chairman of Arewa Community in Anambra State and National Deputy Director-General of MACBAN, Gidado Siddiki Sarki, commended the Commissioner and the Command for their openness and commitment to community policing.
He pledged the continued support and cooperation of the Arewa Community with the Police and other security agencies to maintain peace, protect lives and property, and promote harmonious coexistence in the state.
CP Nnanna assured the delegation of the Command’s open-door policy and its commitment to partnering with all communities irrespective of ethnic, religious or social backgrounds.
He noted that inclusive engagement, mutual trust, timely intelligence and collective responsibility remain central to his policing strategy.
