The Anambra State Police Command has said that no journalist was detained at any point.
In a statement on Thursday by its spokesperson SP Ikenga Tochukwu, the Anambra State Police Command said it remains committed to maintaining a cordial and professional relationship with members of the press.
Dateline Nigeria reports that this development is coming few days after the International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria included the Inspector-General of Police in its Book of Infamy for Press Freedom violations.
The statement reads
The Anambra State Police Command wishes to clarify that no journalist was detained at any point.
The personnel on duty merely observed standard security protocols by confirming the individual’s identity and the authenticity of his invitation to the Anambra State House of Assembly facility.
This procedure is routine, non-punitive, and aimed solely at ensuring the safety and integrity of the facilities and personnel. The comment of the ‘enemy’ that was mentioned during the incident is a ‘situational statement’ that occurred following the unsatisfactory explanation to the officers which resulted in a minor rift but was later resolved.
Also, further inquiry made reveals that the individual who invited the journalist is not a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly or staff of the institution but was also there on the invitation of the revered institution.
The Command remains committed to maintaining a cordial and professional relationship with members of the press and continues to value their role as critical partners in promoting public safety and accountability.
11th December 2025
