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INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY 2026: DELTA STATE CP CHARGES YOUTHS TO REJECT POLITICAL THUGGERY, EMBRACE EDUCATION AND RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY
The Delta State Police Command, on 22nd August 2026, held the grand finale of activities marking the Nigeria Police Force International Youth Day 2026 Commemoration under the National Youth Leadership and Security Initiative, themed “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.” The programme, held at the Police Officers’ Mess, Delta State Police Headquarters, Okpanam Road, Asaba, also featured the national campaign against political and digital thuggery, “My Future Is Greater Than Political and Digital Thuggery.”
The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, psc, acipm, mnips, cautioned youths against being recruited or exploited for political violence, particularly during the electioneering period, stressing that political thuggery destroys lives and jeopardises their future. He urged them to embrace education, use technology responsibly and channel their talents towards productive endeavours and meaningful contributions to society. The CP also charged parents and guardians to serve as positive role models and provide the guidance required to raise responsible young citizens.
The event, attended by delegates of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Delta State Chapter, students, youths, and officers of the command, featured remarks by the Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Development, Barr. Brave Enodeh, and the Delta State Chairman, National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Comrade Sagboje Odiri Milton, CLN, who emphasised youth development, responsible citizenship and constructive participation in society. DCN Omobhude Silas of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) delivered a presentation on “Substance Abuse and Youth Vulnerability,” while Comrade Atsuwefe Olusegun Toritseju, Social Secretary, NYCN, addressed participants on youth leadership and civic responsibility.
An interactive panel session featuring stakeholders, including Engr. Miracle Arimobi, Special Assistant to the Governor on Female Youth Development, and Amb. Onyedikachi Michael Odogwu, Special Assistant on Youth Development, further engaged participants on youth development and responsible citizenship.
SP. BRIGHT EDAFE, ANIPR, FCIA, FIPMD
POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
DELTA STATE COMMAND,
ASABA
22nd August, 2026
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