About Us
Ministry of Homeland Security and Vigilante Affairs
About the Ministry
Established in late 2021, the Ministry of Homeland Security and Vigilante Affairs is Imo State’s proactive response to rising insecurity. Under the leadership of the Hon. Commissioner, it directs community-based vigilance, intelligence-led operations, and emergency response systems. The ministry works collaboratively with traditional rulers, town unions, and federal security agencies to secure every corner of the state, especially its 654 autonomous communities. Through a combination of legal reform, public engagement, and inter‑agency coordination, the Ministry upholds safety, peace, and stability across Imo State.
Ministry of Homeland Security and Vigilante Affairs
Imo State
Mission Statement
To protect the lives and properties of Imo residents through rigorous grassroots vigilance, intelligence-led patrols, and partnership with security agencies.
Vision Statement
A resilient Imo State where every community is secure, informed, and united in safeguarding peace.
Our Team
Hon. Osakwe
Hon. Commissioner
Oversees the ministry's strategic direction on homeland security, vigilante coordination, and community safety initiatives in alignment with state government policies.
Barr. Ihezue Samuel Chukwudi, Esq
Permanent Secretary
Leads the administrative operations of the ministry, ensuring the effective implementation of homeland security policies, coordination with local enforcement agencies, and community engagement programs.
Objectives of the Ministry of Homeland Security and Vigilante Affairs
Zero‑Tolerance Security Posture
Ensure border enforcement, tenant profiling, and surveillance to prevent infiltration of criminal elements into Imo State.
Legal Recognition of Vigilante Groups
Enact legislation to firmly integrate local vigilante groups into security frameworks in all 654 autonomous communities.
Community-Based Intelligence Gathering
Mobilize town‑unions, traditional rulers and residents in grassroots profiling and reporting suspicious activities.
Inter‑Agency Security Coordination
Work alongside Imo State Police, CP command, DSS, NSCDC, Army and other agencies on unified security protocols.
Accountability & Oversight
Disband unauthorized vigilante outfits and enforce lawful operations through proper oversight and training.
Our Core Values
Our Structure
The Ministry of Homeland Security and Vigilante Affairs is committed to safeguarding lives and property through community policing, intelligence gathering, and proactive security interventions across Imo State.
Department of Vigilante Coordination
Registers, trains and deploys community-based vigilante groups across all autonomous communities in Imo State.
Department of Intelligence & Surveillance
Coordinates grassroots intelligence gathering, border patrols and surveillance to detect emerging threats.
Department of Emergency Response & Civil Protection
Leads rapid deployment teams during crises, security sensitization, and public awareness campaigns.
Department of Inter‑Agency Liaison
Facilitates collaboration with NSCDC, DSS, Police, Army and other security agencies on joint operations.
Department of Policy, Strategy & Evaluation
Develops security policies, monitors impact of programs, evaluates outcomes and ensures accountability.