Oshana police kick off operation to increase police visibility

Police in the Oshana Region kicked off Promotion Operation II on Friday to promote the presence of police officers on the ground. The operation concluded on Saturday. Similar campaigns will be rolled out in Oshakati, Ongwediva and Ondangwa over the next weeks.Oshana police regional commander, Commissioner Naftal Lungameni Sakaria, said the operation aims to put more boots on the ground to reduce the threat of crime in the region and enhance public safety.The operation involves recently promoted officers to not only boost their visibility in the community but also ensure they work diligently to enhance public safety.Sakaria said it also offered an opportunity for the officers to demonstrate commitment and to strive harder, paving the way for future promotions.“I am urging you to make sure that you work hard and earn the trust of the public, as they will help us fight crime in communities. We cannot do it alone. Now it is time to show your capabilities,” he said.Multiple operations Sakaria told Namibian Sun in an interview on Monday that the operation would also be conducted in Oshakati, Ongwediva, and Ondangwa over the coming weeks.“The purpose is preventing crime in the region and ensuring police visibility with specific targeted interventions,” Sakaria said, adding that among their aims are to curb the smuggling of illicit goods and host police patrols in hotspot areas.A total of 460 police officers in the Oshana Region were promoted to various ranks at the end of last year and, more recently, in February.In December, 229 male and 231 female officers were promoted in line with the provisions of the Police Act.Night patrolsDuring the weekend campaign, officers patrolled at night and set up roadblocks with the aim of locating wanted criminals, confiscating smuggled illicit goods and executing arrest warrants, among other public safety duties. During the weekend&#039;s operation, police questioned a member of the public at a roadblock after discovering goat carcasses in the vehicle.Chief Inspector Thomas Aiyambo, head of the community policing sub-division, said the driver had to provide information about the origin of the meat before being allowed to proceed.The goal was to verify that the meat wasn&#039;t obtained illegally.“As you can see in this vehicle, there is meat. We cannot let the driver proceed without proof of where they bought this goat and where they are taking it. Ownership is very important. If he fails to explain, we will deal with him as per the Stock Theft Act," he said.Aiyambo said stock theft is a major problem in the area, and the police have to make sure anyone carrying animals legitimately owns them.“We are here on the ground for a few days to prevent any type of crime. We have to make sure our residents are safe, day and night. The criminals must be warned that they should not come to Oshana Region,” he said.

Oshana police kick off operation to increase police visibility

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Namibian Sun 2025-05-02

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Oshana police kick off operation to increase police visibility

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