Police hold peace meeting over Anglican Church crisis in Anambra
Anambra police held a peace meeting with factions in the St Faith Anglican Church crisis, urging them to seek a peaceful resolution and respect court proce Read More: https://punchng.com/police-hold-peace-meeting-over-anglican-church-crisis-in-anambra/
The Anambra State Police Command convened a peace meeting with stakeholders involved in the leadership dispute at St Faith Anglican Church in Awka. The Commissioner of Police, Nnanna Oji Ama, held the meeting to encourage a peaceful resolution through the church hierarchy while respecting ongoing court proceedings. The police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, stated that the Commissioner urged all parties to exercise restraint and avoid actions that could heighten tensions.
He emphasized the importance of respecting the judicial process and seeking dialogue within the established ecclesiastical hierarchy. The command warned against drawing parishioners into the dispute and cautioned against inflammatory statements or confrontational behavior. The Anambra State Police Command reiterated their impartiality, stating that they would address legitimate security concerns, respect court authority, and protect the rights of all parties.
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