The Nigeria Police Force on Tuesday, November 12 2024, inaugurated an anti-crime outreach program on Tuesday at the Jiwa Town Hall, Jiwa Town, Abuja, as part of its efforts to intensify community-based anti-crime policing strategies.
Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi made this known in a statement.
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He said, “The programme put together by the Police Campaign Against Cultism & Other Vices (POCACOV) themed “Breaking the Circle: Parental Responsibility in Preventing Youth Crime”, aims to address critical social issues impacting our youth and foster a more resilient community.
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“With an estimated 500 participants including parents, local leaders, and youth representatives, the event served as a platform for discussion, learning, and engagement on implementing targeted strategies to combat pressing issues such as cultism, drug misuse and abuse, as well as other social vices which threatens the well-being of our youth.
“Additionally, youth development and rehabilitation programs and skill acquisition projects were also introduced to equip youths with constructive alternatives to criminality and fostering self-sufficiency within the community.
“Various palliatives like food stuff, educational kits, and materials were also distributed during the outreach, including clothing, food stuff, and other household items.
“The Inspector-General of Police, while encouraging the participants, emphasized the intent of the Police to encourage a collaborative spirit among all members of various communities with a focus on the importance of parental responsibility and proactive measures in youth crime prevention.
“By bringing together diverse stakeholders and facilitating meaningful dialogue, the Force aims to contribute to creating a safer and more supportive environment for the youth and families, as a microcosm of the society.”
