The Imo State Police Command, led by Commissioner of Police (CP) Aboki Danjuma, has reiterated its dedication to enforcing the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Law, 2021. This declaration was made during a special advocacy event marking the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), organized to spotlight the plight of women, children, and other vulnerable groups.
Addressing Imo women and key stakeholders, CP Danjuma stressed the critical need for collective efforts to protect vulnerable groups from violence. He assured the public of the command’s commitment to swiftly addressing violations of the VAPP law, urging citizens to report incidents without fear, as all cases would be handled with professionalism and confidentiality.
The event, spearheaded by the state’s Commissioner for Women Affairs, Hon. Nkechinyere Ugwu, brought together influential figures such as Rt. Hon. Uju Onwudiwe and Hon. Stella Chinecherem, who called for stronger collaboration between the police and other stakeholders to ensure the law’s effective implementation.
The Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), lauded for its continued advocacy and support for GBV victims, received praise from CP Danjuma, who pledged the command’s ongoing partnership with POWA and civil society organizations.
Key Highlights:
- The event emphasized the importance of robust enforcement of the VAPP law.
- Advocacy groups and stakeholders pledged to intensify efforts to protect vulnerable groups.
- Citizens were encouraged to report GBV cases with assurances of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Calls for deeper collaboration between the police and stakeholders to sustain the fight against GBV.
The advocacy event served as a rallying point for government officials, civil society organizations, and community leaders to reinforce the state’s zero-tolerance stance on gender-based violence.
