CP Nwadiogbu urges Benue youths to reject cultism, violence, cyberbullying

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The Benue State Police Command has intensified its campaign against youth-related crimes with the launch of the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV) office in the state.

A statement signed by the state Police Public Relations Office, DSP Orchia Aondongu said the initiative was unveiled during a Stakeholders’ Youth Dialogue organised as part of activities marking the 2026 National Youth Day, bringing together student unions, youth associations and other youth-focused organisations across the state.

The dialogue, led by the Police Management Team, provided a platform for young people and the Police to discuss challenges affecting their safety, wellbeing and participation in building peaceful communities.

Discussions focused on the need to tackle electoral thuggery, cultism, cyberbullying, drug and substance abuse, violence and other forms of criminality capable of exploiting young people and threatening peace in the state.

CP Cletus Nwadiogbu

The Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP Cletus Nwadiogbu, urged youths to see themselves as critical partners in maintaining peace and security.

Nwadiogbu cautioned them against violence and criminal associations, while encouraging responsible use of digital platforms and active participation in community development.

He said young people could make meaningful contributions to the security and development of Benue by channeling their energy and talents into productive and lawful activities.

The newly launched POCACOV office, according to the Command, will provide a platform for sustained advocacy and sensitisation, particularly through continuous engagement with schools, student unions, youth organisations and other stakeholders.

Through the initiative, the Police said it would take the campaign against cultism and other vices directly to young people, while promoting peace, responsible citizenship and crime prevention.

The Command expressed appreciation to youth leaders, student representatives and other stakeholders who participated in the dialogue and contributed to discussions on youth safety and community security.

It reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening partnerships with young people and other stakeholders towards promoting peace, responsible citizenship and crime prevention across Benue State.

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