Delta Govt donates 31 operational vehicles to police, others

To enhance joint security operations in Delta State, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has donated 31 operational vehicles to the police and other security agencies.

The 31 vehicles include 23 pickups and eight Sienna wagons, in addition to four Hilux vehicles previously delivered, which brought the fleet to 66 vehicles.

Governor Oborevwori, while presenting the vehicles on Monday in Asaba to the Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, said the presentation was to strengthen security operations.

He said the donation was informed by the general insecurity being experienced in the country and urged the security agencies to work together and share intelligence to ensure effective security in the state.

“In my MORE Agenda, I promised Deltans that we would enhance peace and security and as part of this commitment, we are rebranding the operation formerly known as ‘Delta Hawk’ to ‘Operation Delta Sweep,’ and this rebranding underscores our renewed focus and strategy.

“Without security, meaningful development cannot take place. We aim to create a secure environment where investors feel confident to come in and invest, ultimately improving the quality of life for our citizens and fostering harmony across the state.

“Since its inception, this initiative has recorded significant successes in combating crimes such as illegal oil bunkering, kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism, and drug-related offences,” Governor Oborevwori said.

The joint security task force, established on December 10, 2020, as a policy response to rising violent crimes, comprises the Nigerian Army, Police Force, Air Force, Navy, DSS, and Civil Defense Corps.

Delta Govt donates 31 operational vehicles to police, others