The Delta State Commissioner of Police, Aina Adesola, has called on parents and guardians to instill discipline and moral values in their children, stressing that the fight against crime must begin from the home.
Adesola made the call on March 18, 2026, during a familiarisation visit and inspection tour of the Ughelli Area Command, where he opined that poor upbringing and lack of accountability among youths are major drivers of criminal activities.
Drawing from his personal experiences, he said, “When I was growing up, there were consequences for wrongdoing. Our parents did not shield us from discipline, and that helped shape our character.
“Today, some parents protect their children even when they are wrong, and that is part of the problem we are facing. If we fail to correct our children at home, the society will suffer for it.”
He stressed that community cooperation remains critical to effective policing and warned against shielding criminal elements or interfering in investigations.
According to him, “When you buy stolen goods or try to influence investigations, you are encouraging crime. You cannot claim to want peace and still protect criminals. Without the support of the people, policing becomes difficult,” said the CP.
The Commissioner, earlier, called at palace of the Ovie of Ughelli Kingdom, HRM. Wilson Ojakovo Oharisi III, where he sought traditional support in strengthening security at the grassroots.
In response, the Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Area, Barr. Jaro Egbo, pledged the support of the local government, noting that security is a collective responsibility.
“We will continue to work with the police and other security agencies to ensure that our communities remain safe. Our youths must understand that crime is not an option, and we will not tolerate actions that threaten the peace of our land,” he said.
Also speaking, the monarch, Wilson Ojakovo Oharisi III, assured the Commissioner of the backing of the traditional institution, stressing the importance of collaboration between the palace and security agencies.
“Security is not the duty of the police alone. As traditional rulers, we are closer to the people, and we will continue to support efforts aimed at maintaining peace and order in our kingdom,” he stated.
Following the palace engagement, CP Adesola proceeded to ‘A’ Division, Ughelli, where he inspected facilities and interacted with officers before moving to the Area Command headquarters.
He was received by the Area Commander, Olasunkanmi Musilu, alongside senior officers and stakeholders.
In his welcome address, Musilu highlighted achievements recorded by the command but pointed out operational challenges, including inadequate patrol vehicles, shortage of manpower, and insufficient working tools.
He also noted increasing calls from remote communities for additional police outposts to address security gaps.
Reaffirming his commitment to improving security across the state, Adesola assured residents that the police would continue to operate with professionalism, fairness, and respect for human rights, stressing that peace remains the foundation for development.
The visit was attended by representatives of key security agencies, including the Department of State Services (DSS), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), as well as local government officials, vigilante groups, and community stakeholders.
