By TONY OKAFOR, AWKA
A crucial Stakeholders Partnership Town Hall Meeting was held in Awka, Anambra State on Wednesday to discuss vital themes of promoting human rights, law enforcement accountability, and effective criminal justice administration.
Organized by the Anambra Police Stakeholders Partnership Forum (PSPF) and facilitated by RULAAC, with support from the Rule of Law and Anticorruption RoLAC 2 Programme, the meeting brought together esteemed guests, colleagues, members of the media, and partners in justice.
In his welcome remarks, Okechukwu Nwanguma emphasized the importance of fostering a culture of respect for human rights, enhancing accountability, and promoting effective criminal justice delivery.
He highlighted the achievements of the PSPF, established in 2019, in promoting professional standards within the Anambra State Police Command and resolving complaints against police officers ¹.
The meeting aimed to strengthen partnerships among stakeholders, increase community awareness, and improve perceptions of police accountability.
Effective police complaint mechanisms were identified as crucial for promoting accountability, transparency, and trust in law enforcement.
The Governor of Anambra State was commended for enacting the new Anambra State Homeland Security Law, 2025, which establishes a complementary security provider and launches initiatives targeting atrocity insecurity.
The meeting urged participants to engage actively in discussions, sharing experiences, feedback, and ideas to work collectively towards a more just and accountable criminal justice system.
