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Police warn against parallel new yam festival in Anambra

The command felicitated with the people in celebrating the important cultural festival.

• October 3, 2025
New yam festival in Anambra
New yam festival in Anambra(Credit: The Sun Nigeria)

The police command in Anambra has cautioned citizens and groups to refrain from organising a parallel “New Yam Festival” against the leadership of any community recognised by the state government.

The police public relations officer (PPRO) in the state, Tochukwu Ikenga, said this in a statement on Friday in Awka.

Mr Ikenga said that there was a need to exercise restraint regarding such events, as it may lead to a crisis.

“Following security information regarding the ongoing new yam celebration across various communities in Anambra, the police command has strongly warned individuals and groups against any acts capable of breaching the peace.

“In particular, any attempt to organise parallel events or to undermine or disrespect community/government-recognised leadership during the festivities will not be tolerated, as offenders will be made to face the full weight of the law,” he said.

According to Mr Ikenga, consequently, the commissioner of police (CP) in the state, Ikioye Orutugu, has directed all divisional police officers (DPOs), tactical teams, and area commanders to intensify visibility policing, patrols, and intelligence gathering within their areas of responsibility.

“These measures are aimed at ensuring maximum security and law and order before, during and after the celebrations,” he said.

The command felicitated with the people in celebrating the important cultural festival and wished all communities a peaceful and joyous new yam festival.

(NAN) 

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