In an effort to ensure sufficient security during the Eid-el-Kabir celebration, the Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has instructed Zonal Assistant Inspector Generals of Police and Commissioners of Police to deploy personnel and resources.
They have been directed to conduct patrols along major highways, sensitive areas, places of worship, and recreational facilities, among other locations, to facilitate a smooth and problem-free celebration.
The Force spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, announced these directives in a statement issued on Tuesday.
The statement read, “The IGP particularly directed the Zonal AIGs and State Command CPs to deploy human and other operational assets to carry out confidence building and crime prevention patrols on major highways, residential and industrial areas, vulnerable points, places of worship, other places of public resort and around all critical national infrastructure devoid of harassment and extortion.
“The Inspector-General of Police, while congratulating Muslim Faithful in the country on the occasion of the year 2023 Eid-el-Kabir celebration, restated that the Force would harness all available assets including relevant groups, associations, sectors, and synergise with other security agencies to boost its service delivery and stabilise general security within the nation. ”
Nevertheless, the Inspector General of Police also emphasized the importance of discipline, professionalism, and respect for the fundamental rights of citizens among the personnel deployed for the various assignments during the celebration. Adejobi reiterated the commitment of the police force to combat insecurity throughout the nation, underscoring their determination to address the prevailing security challenges.
“The IGP assured the general public of sustained efforts by the force in tackling crimes and criminality and improved public safety and security across the country,” he said.
