Rights Group, Delta Police Command Embark on Campaign Against Crime, Violence

By Osaro Michael, Benin

The Initiative For Social Rights Concerns And Advancements (ISRCA) in collaboration with the Delta State Police Command led by CP Olufemi Abaniwonda have embarked on an initiative against crime and violence in the State.

The initiative is tagged, “Say No To Crime, Shun Violence And Embrace Peace.”

In a chat with newsmen ISRCA National Coordinator, Comrade(Amb.)Derrick Oritsematosan Agberen urged the general public to support the Police in combating crime as well as providing vital information to prevent or apprehend criminal activities.

According to the Comrade Agberen,”While insecurity persists as a global issue in recent times, individuals and society have crucial roles to play.

“Nevertheless, the roles of government at all levels cannot be overstated, given the profound impact of insecurity and crime, which are often rooted in poor governance.

“While I recognize the efforts made by the Delta State Commissioner of Police; CP Olufemi Abaniwonda in the fight against crime in the State, especially having one of Nigeria’s finest Divisional Police officer; CSP Aliyu Shaba under your sagacious leadership, the fight against crime cannot be enough as criminals keeps devising new crime strategies.

“However, we look forward to subsequently collaborate with the State command in numerous ways.”

Comrade Agberen emphasized the importance for the State and Federal Governments to create sufficient opportunities for youths to showcase and utilize their potentials, earning a living from it.

“They should establish genuine empowerment schemes for all, especially for persons in the rural areas regardless of political and religious affiliations.”

The initiative afforded members of the group the opportunity to engage with motorists, tricyclists, and other road users traversing the DSC Effurun Roundabout in Delta State on pressing issues related to insecurity challenges affecting the State and country at large.