The Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command, CP Wilfred Olutokunbo Afolabi, has directed Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) to take full responsibility for the safety of Corps members at their various Places of Primary Assignment (PPAs), ensuring close monitoring and rapid response where necessary.
CP Afolabi handed over the directive on Monday when he visited the NYSC Orientation Camp at Umunna, Bende LGA, for the 2026 Batch C Stream 1 orientation exercise to commiserate with corps members, on the unfortunate incident where some corps members en route to camp were kidnapped in Imo State.
The CP who disclosed that the visit is to boost their morale, and guarantee their safety in Abia State, also provided them with essential contact details, including those of Divisional Police Officers, Area Commanders, Tactical Team Commanders, and the Command’s emergency hotlines, urging them to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities or security concerns.
He further announced that the Command has put in place robust and proactive security measures to ensure a peaceful and secure environment across the state, stressing that the Command has consistently been taking the fight to criminal elements and their hideouts.
While welcoming the corps members to Abia State, he pointed out that Abia State remains one of the safest states in the South-East and urged them to make the most of their service year in Abia by building meaningful relationships, embracing cultural diversity, and creating lasting positive experiences.
According to a release by the Command’s spokesperson DSP Maureen Chinaka, the corps members expressed deep appreciation for the visit, noting that it significantly boosted their confidence, strengthened their sense of security, and reaffirmed their trust in the Police as friends and partners in ensuring security throughout their service year.
