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Police unveil violent crime response unit in Abia

The Abia State Police Command has inaugurated a Violent Crime Response Unit, backed by an independent civilian oversight board, in what it described as part of sweeping reforms aim

By Oyetoke Adedayo Ebenezer

1 min read 6 views Updated Aug 25, 2026
The Abia State Police Command has inaugurated a Violent Crime Response Unit, backed by an independent civilian oversight board, in what it described as part of sweeping reforms aimed at building a more professional, accountable and effective police force in the state. The inauguration, presided over by the Commissioner of Police, CP Danladi Isa, alongside his management team, took place on Tuesday.

The command said the new unit was established in line with the vision and directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Tunji Disu, to build a police force that is “professional, humane, accountable and effective. ” DSP Maureen Chioma Chinaka, the VCRU was set up following a rigorous process of screening, selection and specialised training.

“The inauguration follows a rigorous process of screening, selection, and specialized training, culminating in a comprehensive orientation programme designed to instill discipline, operational efficiency and the highest standards of professionalism,” she said. The unit is specifically mandated to respond to and investigate all forms of violent crimes across Abia State with speed, precision and professionalism.

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The Abia State Police Command has inaugurated a Violent Crime Response Unit, backed by an independent civilian oversight board, in what it described as part of sweeping reforms aim The Abia State Police Command has inaugurated a Violent Crime Response Unit, backed by an independent civilian oversight board, in what it described as part of sweeping reforms aimed...

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  • The Abia State Police Command has inaugurated a Violent Crime Response Unit, backed by an independent civilian oversight board, in what it described as part of sweeping reforms aim The Abia State Police Command has inaugurated a Violent Crime Response Unit, backed by an independent civilian oversight board, in what it described as part of sweeping reforms aimed at building a more professional, accountable and effective police force in the state.
  • The inauguration, presided over by the Commissioner of Police, CP Danladi Isa, alongside his management team, took place on Tuesday.The command said the new unit was established in line with the vision and directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Tunji Disu, to build a police force that is “professional, humane, accountable and effective.
  • ” DSP Maureen Chioma Chinaka, the VCRU was set up following a rigorous process of screening, selection and specialised training.“The inauguration follows a rigorous process of screening, selection, and specialized training, culminating in a comprehensive orientation programme designed to instill discipline, operational efficiency and the highest standards of professionalism,” she said.
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