They were created from and added to the existing area commands in Asaba, Ughelli and Warri, making a total of six area commands in the state. Commissioner of Police, Delta State, Zanna Ibrahim, disclosed this yesterday, saying it was part of efforts geared towards bringing policing nearer to the grassroots. He said it was in line with community policing, adding that the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Idris Ibrahim had earlier approved the creation of new area commands across the country.

Source: The Guardian December 15, 2017 03:33 UTC