The Niger State Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, has ordered the adequate deployment of police personnel and operational assets to ensure a peaceful Christmas and New Year celebration in the state.
Elleman, in a statement signed by the Niger State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, directed area commanders, tactical commanders and divisional police officers to ensure that the deployment adequately covers public places, particularly places of worship, recreation centres, amusement parks and motor parks.
Other areas to be covered include highways across the state, in order to provide the required security before, during and after the festive season.
The CP further directed officers to strictly adhere to the operational order drawn up for the season and to ensure intelligence-led and high-visibility policing, with due respect for human rights across the state, while guaranteeing the safety of travellers and the free flow of traffic.
“This is in addition to the joint show of force and township patrol of Operation Flush, as well as constant raids of black spots, which are proactive measures emplaced for crime prevention, and quick response for intervention in case of any incident,” he stated.
He, however, urged members of the public, Nigerlites and Christian faithful to be law-abiding and to celebrate responsibly.
The CP also warned against the use of fireworks, as the ban remains in force, in order to prevent fire incidents and the wanton destruction of property.
Elleman admonished residents to remain vigilant and to continue to support the police and other security agencies with credible information towards ensuring a secure environment.
He assured Nigerlites of the command’s continued commitment to providing security, maintaining law and order, and protecting lives and property, among other responsibilities.
He advised members of the public to contact the control room without hesitation by calling either 07031964389 or 08075391601 in the event of any emergency.
