The Abia State Police Command has announced plans to commemorate the 2026 International Youth Day with a walkathon and youth dialogue session in Umuahia.
According to a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen Chioma Chinaka, the event is in line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police to promote youth engagement and strengthen community policing nationwide.
The programme, under the National Youth and Security Initiative with the theme _“Different Context, Common Aspirations,”_ is scheduled for Thursday, 20th August 2026.
It will begin with a Walkathon at 7:30 AM from Okpara Square, Umuahia, aimed at promoting unity and encouraging youth participation in community policing.
The main event will hold at 2:00 PM at the Police Officers’ Mess, opposite Damgrete Hotel, Umuahia. Activities include the launch of the National Campaign Against Political and Digital Thuggery themed _“My Future is Greater than Political and Digital Thuggery”_ and a moderated Police–Youth Dialogue Session.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Wilfred Olutunbo Afolabi, psc+, mnips, JP, urged youths and stakeholders to participate actively, noting that the programme provides a platform for constructive dialogue and partnership in building a safer society.
The Command reaffirmed its commitment to youth inclusion in security discussions and to promoting peace and sustainable development in Abia State.
The statement was released on Wednesday, 19th August 2026.
Abia Police to Mark International Youth Day With Walkathon, Dialogue in Umuahia
By Nwoko
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