Increase Police Visibility in Strategic Locations, Enhance Security Vigilance — Imo CP Urges Officers
By Anselem Anokwute
The Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Audu Garba Bosso, on Thursday, March 13, 2026, directed Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and Tactical Team Commanders to strengthen operational strategies and increase police visibility at strategic locations across the state to enhance security vigilance.
According to a press release issued by the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, DSP Henry Okoye, the directive was given during a strategic security meeting with senior officers.
During the meeting, CP Bosso charged officers to maintain heightened vigilance, professionalism and proactive policing in the discharge of their duties. He stressed the importance of responding promptly to distress calls while upholding the rule of law and respecting the fundamental human rights of citizens.
The Commissioner of Police also ordered strict enforcement against the unauthorized use of covered number plates, vehicles without number plates, illegal use of sirens and revolving lights, as well as the use of tinted glasses on commercial vehicles without valid permits. He warned that violators would be arrested and prosecuted.
He further disclosed that the command, in collaboration with other security agencies, will intensify joint show-of-force operations and deploy more personnel to strategic locations across the state to deter criminal activities and boost public confidence.
While reassuring residents of the command’s commitment to ensuring public safety, CP Bosso urged citizens to remain vigilant and law-abiding. He also encouraged members of the public to report any suspicious movement or activities through the command’s emergency numbers: 08034773600 or 08148024755.