Police boost security for Eid-el-Fitr celebrations nationwide
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has directed the deployment of police officers across Nigeria to ensure safety during the Eid-el-Fitr festivities. Disu congratulated Muslim faithful on the completion of Ramadan and urged the public to stay vigilant. Police tactical teams and intelligence operatives will be stationed at prayer grounds and key public places. The public is encouraged to cooperate with law enforcement and report suspicious activities.
What we know
- Olatunji Disu ordered the deployment of tactical police assets nationwide for Eid-el-Fitr.
- Police presence will be increased at Eid prayer grounds, highways, motor parks, recreational centres, and other public spaces.
- The Special Intervention Squad and conventional police personnel are part of the deployment strategy.
- Heightened visibility policing, coordinated patrols, and intelligence-led stop-and-search operations will be implemented.
- Members of the public are urged to cooperate with police and report suspicious activities promptly.
