Egbema Youths Council Worldwide Embarks on Tri‑Agency Security Courtesy Tour in Koko
Egbema Youths Council Worldwide Embarks on Tri‑Agency Security Courtesy Tour in Koko
Strengthening Ties with Police, DSS, and Nigerian Army for a Safer Egbema Kingdom
Written by Prince Agbedeyi O. D | Edited by Seigha Dora Ayedi
Global Egberi Media International Blog
Overview
In a single day of high‑level engagements on 17 June 2025, the Egbema Youths Council (EYC) Worldwide led its newly inaugurated Executives on a strategic courtesy tour of three key security formations in Koko, Delta State.
The whirlwind visits to the Nigeria Police Force – Koko Division, the Department of State Service (DSS) – Koko Command, and the 90 Amphibious Battalion of the Nigerian Army mark a renewed commitment to robust community–security collaboration for the peace, safety, and development of the Egbema Kingdom and her people in Edo, Delta, and the diaspora.
1️⃣ Courtesy Visit to Nigeria Police Force, Koko Division
- Receiving Officer: DCO 1, ASP Ap Otobore (on behalf of the Divisional Police Officer)
- Focus: Introduction of the new EYC Executives; strengthening community‑police rapport; joint crime‑prevention strategies
- Key Outcome:
- Agreement to launch quarterly Police–Youth Forums for real‑time feedback and intelligence sharing
- Commitment by EYC to spearhead a “Know Your Police” sensitisation drive across secondary schools in Egbema communities
“Security begins with timely information from the grassroots. We appreciate EYC’s readiness to be the bridge,” ASP Ap Otobore remarked, assuring the Council of the Division’s open‑door policy.
2️⃣ Formal Introduction at Department of State Service (DSS), Koko
- Purpose: Official presentation of the EYC leadership and discussion on proactive intelligence collaboration
- Highlights:
- DSS applauded the Council’s non‑violent ethos and pledged technical guidance on early‑warning mechanisms
- Unveiled plans for a Community Peace Desk— a confidential channel for reporting threats ranging from pipeline vandalism to extremist recruitment
EYC President noted, “Partnering with DSS elevates our peace mission from reactive firefighting to anticipatory security management.”
3️⃣ Strategic Engagement with 90 Amphibious Battalion, Nigerian Army
- Host: Commanding Officer, 90 Amphibious Battalion, Koko
- Agenda: Cementing civil‑military synergy; exploring youth empowerment avenues through civic‑military projects
- Symbolic Moment:
- The Commanding Officer presented a prestigious award to the EYC Executive, lauding their leadership and development drives
- Agreed Initiatives:
- Joint “Operation Clean Creeks” patrol sensitisation targeting oil‑theft hotspots
- Annual Youth Leadership Boot Camp to inculcate discipline and patriotism among emerging leaders
“This award is a testament to what organised youth can achieve in nation‑building,” the Commanding Officer declared, urging sustained engagement.
Collective Impact & Way Forward
The tri‑agency tour underscores EYC’s evolution from a local youth body into a respected regional partner in the Niger Delta’s security architecture. Concrete take‑aways include:
| Engagement | Immediate Action Point | Long‑Term Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Police Division | Quarterly Police–Youth Forums | Faster crime reporting & trust‑building |
| DSS Command | Community Peace Desk | Early detection of security threats |
| Nigerian Army | Youth Leadership Boot Camp | Skill‑building & deradicalisation |
EYC executives reaffirmed their zero‑tolerance stance on cultism, drug abuse, and pipeline vandalism, pledging to mobilise Egbema youths as ambassadors of peace, unity, and sustainable development.
About EYC Worldwide
The Egbema Youths Council (EYC) Worldwide is a non‑partisan, socio‑cultural organisation representing Egbema youths in Edo State, Delta State, and the global diaspora. Its core pillars are peace advocacy, cultural renaissance, youth empowerment, and environmental justice.
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