Eid el Fitr: IGP congratulates Muslims, puts police operatives on alert
The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, has congratulated Muslims in the country on Eid-el-Fitr celebrations which is a culmination of the Ramadan period.
He also assured Nigerians of continued efforts aimed at decimating crimes and criminality and improving public safety and security across the country.
The Force Public Relations Officers, Muyiwa Adejobi, in a statement on Thursday added that the IGP equally directed the Commissioners of Police and Tactical Commanders in all the states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory, and their supervisory Assistant Inspectors General of Police to beef-up security ahead of the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
Adejobu said the GP told supervisory AIGs and their respective CPs to ensure adequate deployment of officers and assets to critical locations most especially Eid Prayer Grounds and recreation centres to build confidence among the citizens and fun seekers.
He added, “The Police boss also charged officers and men of the Police Force to engage in critical assessment of threat-prone areas, thorough stop and search, raids on black spots, and other anti-crime strategies capable of sustaining peace and public safety in Nigeria. The IGP however warned that personnel deployed must be professional and mindful of the fundamental rights of the citizens while discharging their responsibilities.
“In the same vein, the IGP enjoined Muslim faithful to celebrate and enjoy the beauty of the significant season while remaining security conscious.
“The IGP wishes all Muslims a happy and peaceful Sallah celebration.”