In a significant move to enhance public safety, Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, officially handed over 31 patrol vehicles to various security agencies during the Democracy Day celebrations held in Abakaliki. The event, which took place at the New Government House, also featured a ceremonial inspection of a guard of honour presented by officers of the Nigeria Police Force.
Governor Nwifuru emphasized that the deployment of these vehicles underscores his administration’s unwavering dedication to safeguarding lives and property across the state. He praised the security operatives for their exemplary professionalism and commitment to crime prevention, noting that their efforts have been bolstered by a combination of conventional methods and advanced technology.
The governor highlighted the seamless collaboration among multiple security bodies, including the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Nigeria Customs Service, Nigeria Immigration Service, Nigerian Correctional Service, Federal Road Safety Corps, Department of State Services, and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency. According to him, this synergy has been instrumental in maintaining peace order.
Furthermore, Governor Nwifuru revealed that his administration has invested in modern surveillance tools such as drones and other intelligence equipment to improve threat detection and rapid response, though he refrained from divulging sensitive operational details for security reasons.
The procurement of these vehicles was a strategic move to restore mobility for grassroots security operations, especially after earlier withdrawal of vehicles from local community security units. The governor urged security personnel to remain alert and professional, particularly as political activities intensify, advising them to serve without bias or favor.
He also expressed gratitude to service chiefs and local stakeholders for their ongoing cooperation in sustaining peace throughout Ebonyi State.