Lawrence Nwimo, Awka
Spokesperson of the Anambra State Police Command, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, has been awarded the certificate of excellence as the best crisis communication manager on security affairs, among the spokespersons of security agencies in the South-East.
The award was conferred on Ikenga by the Jury of Security and Emergency Management (SAEMA), during the Police Public Relations Officer Conference in Kakanfo Inn & Conference, Ibadan, Oyo State, Monday.
The Chairman of the Panel of Jury, Air Commodore Yusuf Anas Rtd, while conferring the honour, lauded Ikenga for his effective media relations and professionalism.
He noted that since the appointment of Ikenga as Anambra State Police Spokesperson, he has demonstrated professionalism in managing conflict sensitive reports through effective media relations, constructive stakeholders engagement and responsible timely responses to enquiries.
Receiving the award, Ikenga thanked God for His mercies. He also expressed gratitude to the Inspector General of Police IGP Usman Alkali Baba, the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 13, AIG Abutu Yaro, and his direct boss, Commissioner of Police, CP Echeng Echeng, for their guidance and believing in him.
He, however, dedicate the feat to CP Frank Mba and other persons who he said have impacted his career.
In attendance were Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge Force Criminal Investigations Department, DIG Johnson Babatunde Kokumo, the Commissioner of Police Oyo State, the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi and other senior officers/representatives of other security agencies.
