An aspirant for the governorship seat in Anambra State under the All Progressives Congress, has proposed the implementation of community policing to address the state’s security issues if elected in the upcoming November 2025 election.
This announcement coincided with the defection of a former member of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, to the APC.
During a gathering at the APC national secretariat in Abuja, the aspirant stressed the importance of localized security measures to combat the increasing crime rate in Anambra.
He emphasized the necessity of grassroots security initiatives to tackle the prevalent criminal activities in the state.
The aspirant highlighted the inadequacies of the current security system in Anambra and proposed a return to a more effective vigilante approach.
Furthermore, he urged the party leaders to ensure a fair competition among all aspirants in the gubernatorial race by maintaining a no-zoning policy.
In a separate event, a notable figure was welcomed into the APC by the party officials in Anambra, with a strong determination to challenge the incumbent governor in the forthcoming election.
The party leaders criticized the current administration for its failure to address the escalating security concerns in the state and called for a change in leadership.
They urged the electorate to support the APC as the party capable of providing security and economic progress in Anambra.
The newly joined member expressed confidence in his decision to switch parties, citing security issues and lack of government assistance to his business as reasons for his move.
He pledged to utilize his new political platform to bring about development and access federal resources for the state.
In conclusion, supporters of the APC in the region expressed optimism about the party’s prospects in the upcoming election and believed in their ability to secure victory.