The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD, has expressed deep concern over the rising cases of moral decadence in the society.
The CP made the remark following the arrest of two suspects by Police Operatives attached to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu over a staged kidnap incident.
The suspects identified as Nmesoma Josephine Nwoye, female, aged 23 years, and Chibuike Ogbu, male, aged 24 years, were arrested after intelligence-led operations uncovered that the supposed victim conspired with Chibuike (her boyfriend) to stage her own abduction.
The operatives also recovered the sum of ₦1,200,000 (One Million Two Hundred Thousand Naira), being part of the ransom earlier paid by the girl’s family members.
Further information reveals that the suspects demanded ₦15,000,000 (Fifteen Million Naira) ransom, and after negotiation, three million naira (₦3,000,000) was transferred into the victim’s account.
Reacting to the development, CP Orutugu described the incident as a reflection of the rising moral decay in the society, where young people are increasingly resorting to criminality for selfish gains.
He urged parents, guardians, and religious leaders to intensify efforts in inculcating discipline, integrity, and sound values in their children and wards.
The CP also warned youths against engaging in self-destructive ventures, stressing that the long arm of the law will always catch up with criminals, no matter how cleverly disguised their schemes may be.
SP Tochukwu Ikenga
Police Public Relations Officer
Anambra State Police Command, Awka
30th August, 2025
