The Police in Anambra State has offered to settle the medical expenses of the only surviving victim of alleged ritual killing in Ideani in Idemili North local government area.
Recall that four bodies were found unconscious at a village in Ideani suspected to be victims of rituals which led to the arrest of a female Native Doctor in the area .
Three out of the four later died while one is currently responding to treatment at a medical facility in the state .
According to the newly appointed Police Commissioner Nnanna Orji Ama who took over after the retirement of AIG Ikioye Orutugu;
“Upon my assumption of duty, I received comprehensive briefings on the security situation in the State. At the outset, I wish to acknowledge and commend the dedication, professionalism and sacrifices of officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force, other security agencies, and, most importantly, the good people of Anambra State for their continued cooperation, support and partnership in our collective efforts to maintain peace, security and public safety”
“While appreciating these efforts, I must also express the deep sadness and concern of the Command over the tragic incident involving the discovery of four unconscious children, aged 6, 9, 12 and 15 years, in Ideani Community”
“The fourth child is currently receiving intensive medical care and is courageously fighting for survival”
“Before addressing the circumstances surrounding this unfortunate incident, I wish to announce that the Anambra State Police Command will bear the full medical expenses of the surviving child. We shall also closely monitor the child’s treatment and recovery to ensure that every necessary medical intervention is provided”.
“Our immediate priority is to see the child recover out of respect for the sanctity of human life. I wish to assure the people of Anambra State that the circumstances surrounding this incident will be conducted with the highest level of professionalism”
“As I assume command, we shall undertake a comprehensive review of our policing strategies and operational capabilities”
Ama further announced that as part of efforts in strengthening operations in the state the security architecture would be reviewed .
“We will strengthen intelligence gathering, enhance intelligence-led and technology-driven policing, improve operational efficiency, and deepen proactive crime prevention measures across the State”.
“We shall also reinforce community policing initiatives, strengthen collaboration with sister security agencies, organized vigilante groups and other critical stakeholders, and continue to build public confidence through effective partnership and engagement”
“I therefore urge you to continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism by ensuring that your reports are factual, balanced, responsible and guided at all times by the overriding interest of public safety and national security”
“I wish to assure all Ndi Anambra that we shall perform our constitutional responsibilities with integrity, fairness, professionalism and respect for the rule of law. We shall remain resolute in protecting lives and property, preventing crime and maintaining public order throughout the State”
Ama thanked the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM, for the confidence reposed in him and for finding him worthy to serve as the Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command.
“I equally appreciate the Government of Anambra State under the leadership of Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo for his unwavering support to the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies, as well as for the various policies and legislative initiatives aimed at strengthening public safety and addressing the root causes of crime”
“I urge every resident of Anambra State to remain law-abiding, vigilant and security-conscious. Continue to support the Police and other security agencies by providing timely and credible information that will assist us in preventing and combating crime”he said.
