Jigawa police start campaign for safer festive season
The Jigawa State Police Command has launched a new initiative to ensure a peaceful Christmas and New Year in the state. The campaign, announced by Police Public Relations Officer SP Shi’isu Adam on June 5, 2025, focuses on preventing crime and raising community awareness. Police divisions across Jigawa are working with religious and community leaders to address issues like cultism, drug abuse, and cybercrime. The command is urging residents to cooperate and stay vigilant during the festivities.
What happened
- The police launched the “Crime-Free Christmas Campaign/Sensitisation” across all divisions in Jigawa following a directive from CP Dahiru Muhammad.
- The campaign targets social vices such as cultism, drug abuse, cybercrime, vandalism, and gender-based violence.
- Police officers are engaging with pastors, church leaders, and other faith leaders to strengthen community ties.
- Interactive sessions are being held to encourage cooperation between law enforcement and the public.
- The police command assured residents of increased security and called on everyone to report suspicious activities during and after the festive period.
