“The terrorist threw hand grenades, which unfortunately landed on a shelter tent behind the division and fatally wounded two officers,” a police statement said.
He succeeded Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, who was promoted to assistant inspector general of police and redeployed to Zone 15, Maiduguri.
He assured that the commission will not for any reason delay the promotion of deserving officers.
“Security is in the hand of God.’’
“Operation Crush is doing so well in Abia State.’’
“However, the officers defaulted, and their orderly room trial commences today. If found guilty, they will be disciplined accordingly,” said the Abia police command.
He said during the period, several suspects were arrested and various exhibits were recovered.
The governor said that security could be best described as the foundation for building enduring prosperity in a society.
