Oyigbo local vigilante outfit christened OSPAC, has embarked on recruitment and training of its members.
Addressing journalists in his office at Oyigbo on Saturday, the General Commander of Oyigbo OSPAC and other local security outfits, DSP Isaiah Emetanjo said the gesture was geared towards injecting refined and able-bodied men and women who are eager to combat crime in the area.
Emetanjo, however, showered encomiums on the Chairman of Oyigbo Local Government Council, Hon Okechukwu Akara for making available the necessary provisions for the outfit to carry out its work effectively and efficiently.
He explained that the body appreciates the chairman for his untiring efforts in making the council and its environs safe for the residents of the area.
He noted that the council chairman deserves commendation for taking the bold step at ensuring that lives and property of his people are protected, a gesture which he said remains the primary duty of a responsible government.
“The chairman in his magnanimity approved the training of OSPAC members, recruitment of more members to sanitise the area amidst prompt payment of its personnel. This is highly commendable. It goes to show his passion and zeal at protecting his people. Today, Oyigbo people can attest to the fact that the council chairman means well for them. As you can see, the conventional security agencies are not left out. The chairman we have now has been able to provide them logistics to carry out their mandate which is the peace everyone is enjoying today. The chairman has demonstrated his capacity and readiness to provide to the local people real governance and the people are happy with him. In all parts of Oyigbo, people can move freely without any threat of insecurity. Businesses are booming and women investors are utilising the opportunity. The citizenry are heaving a sigh of relief which is the hallmark of leadership. We are preparing to unveil the new recruits as it will boost the security architecture of the area especially during the ember months. We are on top of the gear to secure lives and property and ensure Oyigbo is safe,” he declared
The Oyigbo OSPAC commander further implored well-meaning individuals and corporate bodies to support the chairman in his bid to rid the area of crime.
He said the business of security should concern everyone, hence, the need to contribute in the areas of infrastructure, logistics and others.
Similarly, Rivers State Hawk Commander, SP Amusiu Isah, says the command is doing its best in the fight against crime.
SP Isah, however said the mopping up of crime remains his command’s sole responsibility which has been a collaborative effort with sister agencies.
Isah warned those involved in crime to desist or face the full weight of the law as crime does not pay.
As part of measures to enhance security expertise, ,he said the new recruits will also be trained by a team from all the security apparatus including the Nigeria Police Force; the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC); the Department of State Services (DSS); and other security outfits.