The Imo State Police Command has stepped up community engagement efforts with transport workers and residents, rolling out a combined security and health outreach to mark this year’s National Police Day in Owerri.
The initiative, carried out in partnership with the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), brought together law enforcement officials, medical professionals, and members of the public at Arugo Motor Park for a day of sensitisation and free healthcare services.
According to a statement by Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Henry Okoye, the programme focused on curbing electoral violence while promoting safer road practices and healthier lifestyles among motorists and residents.
Participants were taken through the risks associated with election-related violence, including thuggery and unlawful conduct, with officers urging citizens to remain law-abiding and actively support efforts to maintain peace and public order.
Commissioner of Police Audu Garba Bosso used the occasion to call on transport workers to share timely and credible intelligence with security agencies, stressing that community cooperation remains vital in tackling crime. He also warned against reckless driving, urging strict adherence to traffic regulations to protect lives and property.
Alongside the awareness campaign, a medical outreach was delivered by the Police Clinic in collaboration with Mark of Glory Specialist Hospital and the Ear, Nose and Throat Department of the Federal Medical Centre Owerri.
The medical team, led by Consultant Neurosurgeon Mark Okhulegbe and Consultant ENT Surgeon Opara Daniel, conducted free screenings including blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, and body mass index checks, alongside eye, ear, and oxygen level tests. Patients requiring further care were referred for follow-up treatment.
Representing the NURTW leadership, Secretary Comrade Charles Oduagu praised the initiative, describing it as both timely and impactful for members and the wider community.
The event also drew participation from the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), led by the Imo State Chairperson Hajiya Maryam Bosso, who joined in supporting the outreach activities.
Reaffirming the Command’s broader mission, the police commissioner emphasised that modern policing extends beyond enforcement to include proactive engagement, public education, and community welfare.
The Command concluded by thanking its partners and stakeholders, assuring residents of continued commitment to people-focused policing and improved public safety across the state.
