Accompanied by the Area Commander of Agenebode, ACP Rilwanu Musa; the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Agenebode, CSP Egom Assima Ogar; and heads of various tactical units, the Commissioner’s visit underscored the Command’s resolve to deepen its presence in local communities and enhance operational readiness
Engagement with NYSC Corps Members
As part of the visit, CP Agbonika stopped over at the St Peter Grammar School Corps Lodge and the Immaculate Conception Junior Seminary in Ivianokpodi-Agenebode. There, he interacted with serving members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), assuring them of the Command’s unwavering dedication to their safety and well-being.
He encouraged the corps members to remain vigilant while going about their duties and reaffirmed the police’s readiness to respond swiftly to any security concerns they might face.
Launch of Tactical Division in Ivieukwa
In a significant move to reinforce security in the region, the Commissioner formally announced the inauguration of a new Tactical Division
situated in Ivieukwa-Agenebode. The unit is designed to function as a rapid response outfit, tackling emerging security challenges, particularly in rural and riverine communities within Etsako East and its adjoining environs.To complement this initiative, operatives of the State Intelligence Department (SID) have also been deployed to the area to ensure timely and effective intelligence gathering.
Commitment to Community Policing
CP Agbonika reiterated that the Nigeria Police Force, under his leadership in Edo State, remains committed to fostering strong partnerships with communities, traditional institutions, and other security stakeholders.
“Our vision is to maintain a safe and peaceful Edo State through collaboration and proactive policing. The establishment of this tactical division is just one of many steps we are taking to guarantee the safety of all citizens, including vulnerable groups like corps members,” he stated.
Call for Public Cooperation
The Edo State Police Command continues to urge residents to be law-abiding and support security efforts by providing credible, timely information that can aid in crime prevention and detection.
This visit marks another strategic step in the Command’s statewide campaign to strengthen policing operations and deepen engagement with communities in all 18 local government areas.
