Delta equips police with high-tech investigation room
Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, has unveiled a modern investigation room and handed over equipment worth millions of naira to the Delta State Police Command for the speedy Administration of the Criminal Justice Law in the state.
Governor Oborevwori, who unveiled the investigation room and handed over the equipment at the State Criminal Investigation Department at the police headquarters on Tuesday in Asaba, the Delta State capital, said that the project was a testament to his commitment to security, justice, and good governance under the MORE Agenda.
The governor, represented by the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, stated that a functional justice and police system requires dedicated personnel, the right tools and infrastructure to support effective policing.
He said, “It gives me great pleasure to stand before you today on behalf of His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, the governor of Delta State, to commission this modern investigation room at the Police Headquarters in Asaba.
“This investigation room will provide the police with a properly equipped space to record statements, conduct interrogations, and ensure that investigations are carried out professionally, transparently, and in line with the Delta State Administration of Criminal Justice Law.
“With this facility, we are strengthening the ability of our police officers to carry out their duties. Security remains a top priority for this administration because a safe and secure Delta State is essential for economic growth, social stability, and development.
“The Delta State Security Trust Fund played a crucial role in delivering this project, and I sincerely commend the dedication of the Fund to the implementation of this administration’s MORE agenda”
Speaking further, the Executive Secretary of the Delta State Security Trust Fund, Mr Samuel Osasa, stated that most suspects deny confessional statements made under interrogation when taken to court, a development he said has been a major challenge to the implementation of the criminal justice law in the state.
He enthused, “It is with great delight and honour that I welcome you all to this official unveiling and handover of equipment provided by the Delta State Security Trust Fund to support the Ministry of Justice and to aid the Delta State Police Command in the implementation of the criminal justice law 2022.
“The intervention of the Trust Fund by the provision of the necessary equipment and services will go a long way in nipping the problem in the bud and facilitate prosecution of offenders by the Delta State Criminal Investigation Department in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice.
“In today’s fast-paced world, where technology is deeply intertwined with every aspect of our lives, it is crucial that our police force remains at the forefront of innovative crime fighting.
“The equipment that we are handing over today will empower our officers with real-time access to intelligence gathering, improved crime detection and prevention, as well as efficient record management.”
He said that the tools provided were designed to streamline operations and ensure that law enforcement personnel have the resources they need to make quick and informed decisions.
Osasa highlighted some of the major equipment donated, including a CCTV camera, a 6-channel DVR, BNC, power generator, six-channel power supply, provision of desktop laptop computers, finger scanning machine, instant photo printer, Wi-Fi modem, router and other accessories, among others.
In his remarks, the Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi, commended the state government for the gesture, saying, “What we are doing here today is very important because it will help us keep the data.”
He emphasized that since our neighbouring states are chasing these criminals, Delta State needs to step up its game not to allow these criminals to see Delta as a safe haven.
