The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ebonyi State council, and the Nigeria Police Force have collaborated to fight against crimes in the state.

The state Commissioner of Police, Anthonia Uche-Anya, during a courtesy visit to her by the chapel on Thursday in Abakaliki described journalists as “critical stakeholders” in the fight against insecurity.

Ms Uche-Anya assured the command’s continued relationship with the chapel to make Ebonyi free from security threats.

She said, “When I assume office in Ebonyi, I assured the people that my business remains the maintenance of law and order as well as improve security of lives and property.’’

On police brutality, the commissioner condemned the act and noted that the officers and men of the command were committed to the security of the people, especially the media.

According to her, no cop has the right to brutalise anybody under unwarranted action.

Earlier, Chairman of the chapel, Uchenna Inya, said that the visit was to strengthen the relationship between the police and media professionals in crime prevention.

Mr Inya commended the Ebonyi State police command on its efforts to stabilise the security system across communities in the state.

He said, “We are here to assure you of our support in the fight against crime and criminality in our dear state through our reportage as watchdog of the society.’’

(NAN)