Niger State Police Command has reiterated its readiness to provide adequate security during and after the Eid-el-Kabir celebration in the state.
The Command in a statement signed by the PPRO,DSP Wasiu A. Abiodun said it has mobilized its operational assets and emplaced visibility policing, stop and search and show of strength with other security agencies to ensure water tight security arrangement before, during and after the festivity, in addition to sufficient deployment of Police personel and tactical teams such as PMF, CTU, EOD and Anti-kidnapping unit of the Command to Eid praying grounds, recreation centres, parks, and other public places across the State.
However, operational order has been issued to Area Commanders, tactical Commanders and DPOs of their specific responsibility during the festivity and ensures visibility policing with constant supervision of officers and men deployed for the season.
Meanwhile, the state Commissioner of Police, CP Monday Bala Kuryas,has felicitated with Nigerlites and Muslim faithfuls in the State for the Eid-el-Kabir celebration which he said connoted sacrifice, love and tolerance, he enjoined the followers to abide by its symbolism.
CP Kuryas appreciated Nigerlites for their support and urged them to continue to cooperate with the Police and other security agencies in the State by providing adequate information towards a crime-free society.
He therefore wished all Muslim Ummah in the State a joyous and hitch-free celebration.
