Some business tycoons in Anambra State have commenced reconstruction of damaged police facilities in some communities and Local Government Areas in the state.
The business magnates, who prefer to remain anonymous, are renowned manufacturers, traders, community leaders, and a business woman.
The affected police facilities for reconstructions are at Ichi and Oraifite in Ekwusigo Council Area; Central Police Station, Nnewi, Nnewi Area Command all in Nnewi North Council Area; Ukpor in Nnewi South Local Government, Uli in Ihiala Local Government and Isiowulu in Idemili North Council Area.
Commenting on the development, Anambra state police spokesperson, SP Haruna Mohammed, told journalists that the business community volunteered to reconstruct the destroyed facilities, as part of their social responsibilities in promoting safety and security in the State.
Haruna informed that the Commissioner of Police, John Abang, was moved by the patriotic gestures of the businessmen, and appealed to his officers and men to resume work.
“As you may be aware, the CP John Abang was impressed with the gesture of the business community that he tours police formations to interact and encourage officers and men to overcome the trauma and focus on their constitutional duties.
“While reconstruction works are ongoing at the affected areas, the commissioner has directed the setting up of temporary operational bases to ensure immediate resumption of police duties this yuletide,” Mohammed added.
During the recent #EndSARS protests, 11 police stations were burnt down and six vandalised, during which the hoodlums carted away motorcycles, ammunition and other valuables in the state.
While four police officers were confirmed dead and two others injured, over 20 vehicles were razed, including an Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) and patrol vehicles
