IBUKUNOLUWA KING-OKUNEYE
The Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of zone six, Calabar, Okunola Kola Kamaldeen,
has said that police can now monitor excesses on social media.
He stated this in a statement on Wednesday signed by the zonal PPRO, DSP Nelson Okpabi.
He commended the Globacom Nigeria Limited for donating the equipment to them.
The AIG said the donation, which is part of the company’s corporate social responsibility, would go a long way in fighting crimes emanating from the negative use of social media.
He pleaded with other public spirited entities and individuals to see crime fighting as everybody’s business.
He said, “The general public and other telecom network providers should embrace the Inspector General Police’s citizen–driven Community Policing approach by partnering with security agencies to rid the society of criminal elements.”
The AIG also applauded the firm for identifying with the police.
Globacom Regional Manager, Mr. Simon Ithime, said the presentation was in response to the request by the Zone for a customised line and data for its social media handles and e-mail, with which the Zone can receive information and reach out to the public.