By Vincent Ujumadu

AWKA — The new Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Nnanna Ama Oji, has assumed office with a promise to deepen community engagement and build greater public trust in policing across the state.

Ama Oji, who made the pledge during his maiden press briefing at the state police headquarters in Awka, said he would prioritise grassroots engagement and ensure that policing strategies were guided by the needs of residents.

The Commissioner said he did not believe in a “class concept” of policing, stressing that the people should determine their security priorities while the Police would respond accordingly.

“We want the people to be part owners of policing strategies and our main strategy is to get down to the grassroots. When I came in, I gave strict directive to our men operating along all the roads, including those on the highways, to always be mindful of their duty.