Citypost News Desk

Anambra South Senatorial aspirant, Barr. Donald Chidi Amamgbo, has raised alarm over the worsening insecurity in the district, particularly in Ihiala and its environs, calling for urgent and strategic interventions to restore peace and stability.
Speaking at a press briefing on Saturday, February 1, 2025, in Awka Anambra State, Amamgbo lamented the unabating violence, kidnappings, and economic disruptions caused by criminal elements, emphasizing the need for an overhaul of security strategies in Anambra State. He criticized the current approach, which he believes has left security agencies overstretched while communities continue to suffer.
Key Highlights of His Security Plan:
Advocates for removal of police escorts for top government officials to push for collective security efforts.
Calls for security votes to be managed transparently by a professional oversight committee.
Proposes youth empowerment programs that provide training and employment, with incentives for companies that hire local youths.
Plans to sponsor bills strengthening local policing and ensuring increased federal security presence in Anambra South.
Seeks international collaboration to attract funding for combating terrorism and organized crime.
His vision prioritizes Judicial and Law Enforcement Reforms, as renowned Lawyer and prospective lawmaker, Don Amamgbo calls for faster prosecution of criminals and legislative oversight to eliminate impunity. Pushes for security agency reforms, including psychological screenings and asset declarations for security heads.
In the spirit of truth and reconciliation, Amamgbo dvocates for the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and a diplomatic approach to resolving Igbo grievances.
Warns against criminal groups exploiting Kanu’s cause to justify violence, stating, “We will not succumb to terror.”
Amamgbo linked the insecurity in Anambra South to broader national and global security threats, cautioning that failure to act could lead to escalating violence and mass migration. He also referenced the dangers of unchecked radicalization, comparing local security challenges to global terrorism risks.
In his concluding remarks, the U.S.-trained lawyer pledged to leverage his international legal experience to push for policy-driven solutions if elected as senator. He reassured the people of Anambra South that with their support, “we will take back our communities and build a safer, stronger homeland.”