The Cross River State Commissioner of Police, CP Ajo Geoffrey Ordue, has taken the campaign against jungle justice and mob action to the Palace of the Obong of Calabar, seeking stronger support from the traditional institution in the fight against extrajudicial violence.
CP Ajo Geoffrey made the call on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, when he paid a courtesy visit to His Eminence, the Obong of Calabar, Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V, at his palace.
The visit was aimed at strengthening the relationship between the Police Command and the traditional institution, as well as deepening community-based policing and cooperation on security matters across Cross River State.
According to a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eitokpah Sunday Akata, the Commissioner used the visit to seek the continued partnership and support of the Obong of Calabar and the Council of Chiefs in promoting peace, security and public safety.
CP Ajo Geoffrey highlighted the strategic role traditional rulers play in community security, given their closeness to the people, influence within their communities and knowledge of local issues.
He called for stronger collaboration in intelligence sharing, early identification of emerging security threats and peaceful resolution of community disputes, noting that traditional institutions could play an important role in supporting the Command's intelligence-led policing strategy.
However, jungle justice formed a major part of the Commissioner's appeal.
CP Ajo Geoffrey urged the Obong and the Council of Chiefs to use their respected positions to speak firmly against mob action, jungle justice and other forms of violence.
He stressed that anyone suspected of committing a crime should be handed over to the Police and other lawful authorities for investigation and prosecution rather than being subjected to extrajudicial punishment.
The Commissioner maintained that the fight against jungle justice cannot be left to the Police alone, calling for collective action by traditional rulers, community leaders, security agencies and residents to uphold the rule of law.
In response, the Obong of Calabar warmly welcomed the Commissioner and his delegation and commended the initiative to strengthen relations between the Police and the traditional institution.
The monarch pledged heightened collaboration with the Cross River State Police Command in promoting peace, security and harmonious relations between the Police and the people.
The Obong's pledge further underscores the importance of traditional institutions in community policing, particularly in a state where community leaders often serve as a bridge between security agencies and residents.
The Commissioner of Police also expressed appreciation to the Obong and the Council of Chiefs for their warm reception, reaffirming the Command's commitment to professional, responsive and community-oriented policing.
According to ASP Eitokpah Sunday Akata, the Police Public Relations Officer, the Commissioner emphasized during the visit that effective security requires the collective efforts of the Police, traditional institutions, government, community leaders and other stakeholders.
He said security remains a shared responsibility, making cooperation and timely information sharing essential to preventing crime and maintaining peace across Cross River State.
The visit marks another effort by the Cross River Police Command under CP Ajo Geoffrey Ordue to strengthen engagement with traditional institutions and other stakeholders in addressing security challenges at the community level.
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