Odita Sunday 
Delta CP Erale Vows Professionalism, Intelligence-Led Policing As He Meets Oborevwori
By Odita Sunday
The newly posted Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Samuel E. Erale, has pledged to strengthen security across the state through professionalism, discipline, intelligence-led operations, technology-driven policing and stronger community partnerships.
Erale made the commitment on Wednesday when he led members of the Command’s Management Team on a courtesy visit to the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, at the Government House, Asaba.
The Commissioner said the visit was aimed at formally introducing himself and his management team to the governor and reaffirming the Command’s commitment to protecting lives and property across Delta State.
Erale assured the governor that professionalism and discipline would remain central to his leadership of the Command and would be reflected across all ranks.
He said the Command would rejig the state’s security architecture by strengthening intelligence-led policing, deploying technology and deepening engagement with communities.
According to him, the objective is to consolidate the existing peace and security in the state while responding more effectively to emerging security threats.
The Commissioner also acknowledged the support of the state government to security agencies and conveyed the regards of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, to the governor.
Responding, Governor Oborevwori congratulated Erale on his posting to Delta State, describing his arrival as timely.
The governor stressed that peace and security remained fundamental to economic stability, physical development and sustainable progress in the state.
Oborevwori charged the new Commissioner to intensify the fight against all forms of crime while adopting intelligence, technology and community partnerships in policing the state.
He also emphasised the need for professionalism and respect for the rights of citizens in the discharge of police duties.
The governor declared that no individual was above the law and directed that anyone involved in crime or sponsoring violence, irrespective of status or political affiliation, should be dealt with in accordance with the law.
Oborevwori assured the Commissioner of the state government’s cooperation and support for the Command in the discharge of its responsibilities.
Erale, in turn, reaffirmed the Command’s determination to work diligently with the state government, communities and other stakeholders towards building a safer and more secure Delta State.
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