By Okechukwu Onuegbu
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Anambra State chapter in collaboration the State Police command, on Monday, strategies towards organising sporting competitions with markets and other stakeholders across Anambra.
The State Commissioner of Police, Dr Ikioye Orutugu, who disclosed this while receiving members of the SWAN in his office, explained that the competitions would enhance their relationship with the public while promoting bonding, trust and community development.
According to Orutugu, the initiative would not only promote social cohesion but would improve communication between law enforcement and the public, create a positive and engaging environment for the public.
He added that it would showcase the importance of sports in building bridges between law enforcement and the community which is evident in his efforts to partner with various stakeholders to end violent crimes in the State.
Factcheckng learnt that the Command and SWAN is reviewing the Proposal to enable them to select the participants and the theme of the competition accordingly.
Earlier speaking, the State Chairman of SWAN, Mr Chimezie Anaso commended the Commissioner for the move, assuring that the partnership would help in no small measure in supporting the Command to actualize its goals.