The Inspector-General of Police IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM, on 18th March 2026, represented by the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the South East Zone, DIG Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, fdc, paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of Anambra State as part of activities marking the second term inauguration of the State Government.
During the visit at the Government House, Awka, His Excellency, Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, commended and congratulated the Inspector-General of Police and the Deputy Inspector-General on their appointments. The Governor noted that their leadership comes at a critical time when enhanced security collaboration is essential for sustaining peace and economic development in the State.
Governor Soludo further emphasised the importance of continuous synergy between the Nigeria Police Force and the State Government, assuring the Command of his administration’s support in strengthening security architecture and improving public safety across Anambra State.
Also during the conversation, the State Government seeks the Police enforcement in a harmonious Traditional leadership tussle in the state, especially in Awka as the panel of enquiry concludes its findings.
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, on behalf of the Inspector-General, expressed appreciation for the warm reception and reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to deepening strategic partnerships with the State Government and other security stakeholders to ensure the protection of lives and property. The DIG was accompanied by the Commissioner of Police Anambra State CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc mnips PhD for the state visit.
The visit underscored the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to strengthening collaboration with the State Government in ensuring sustained peace, security, and public safety across Anambra State and the South East region at large.
SP Tochukwu Ikenga
Police Public Relations Officer
Anambra State Police Command
19th March 2026
