Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has distributed 31 operational vehicles to security and law enforcement agencies across the state as part of efforts to strengthen security and enhance rapid response to crime and social unrest.
The distribution, which coincided with the nation’s Democracy Day celebration, took place at the Governor’s Office, Ochoudo Centenary City, Abakaliki.
Speaking during the handover ceremony, Governor Nwifuru emphasized that equipping security agencies with operational tools remains one of the most effective ways to tackle criminal activities and maintain public order.
He commended the dedication and professionalism of security chiefs operating in the state, noting that their adoption of modern technology and digital intelligence has significantly improved security operations.
“The selfless services rendered by the Service Chiefs are tremendous and commendable, especially the technical knowledge and digital skills they have adopted to provide security,” the governor said.
Governor Nwifuru expressed satisfaction with the efforts of various security and law enforcement agencies, including the Nigerian Army, Police, Department of State Services (DSS), National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Nigeria Customs Service, Nigeria Immigration Service, Nigerian Correctional Service, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).
According to him, the decision to procure and distribute the vehicles was reached during a State Security Council meeting after reviewing prevailing security challenges and the need for faster response to emergencies.
“After our security council meeting, we agreed to procure vehicles to respond to distress calls and security challenges,” he stated.
The governor acknowledged the existence of pockets of social disturbances in some rural communities and stressed the need for proactive measures to prevent escalation.
“We have been challenged in our local areas. We looked at the challenges and saw the necessity of providing these vehicles because security is everybody’s business,” he added.
Governor Nwifuru further urged the beneficiary agencies to ensure proper maintenance and responsible use of the vehicles, stressing the importance of protecting public assets.
“I have every confidence that these vehicles will be handled with the same sense of responsibility as other government-provided facilities and equipment,” he said.
The distribution of the operational vehicles is expected to boost mobility, improve response time, and strengthen collaboration among security agencies in safeguarding lives and property across Ebonyi State.
