DAMATURU – The Yobe Police Command, Damaturu under the leadership of Commissioner of Police CP Garba Ahmed, has bolstered security arrangements to ensure a safe and incident-free 64th Independence Day celebration on October 1st.
In a press statement with reference number CZ: 5300/YBS/SHQ/PPRO/VOL.2/19 signed by DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, the Police Public Relations Officer said “to guarantee public safety, adequate personnel have been strategically deployed across the state. The Command urges community leaders, Civil Society Organizations, and Youth Associations to partner with security agencies in maintaining peace and order”.
“In light of past experiences in the state, where protests led to loss of life and destruction of public infrastructure, the command is vigilant and prepared to prevent similar incidents”.
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“Social media influencers, bloggers, and publishers are warned against spreading inflammatory content or inciting public disturbance”.
“The Commissioner of Police warns individuals or groups intending to disrupt the peace that they will face swift and decisive action”.
The statement added that “The public is urged to shun unlawful assembly and destructive behaviour. Report suspicious activities to security agencies, cooperate with personnel deployed to ensure public safety.”
“The Command remains committed to safeguarding lives, properties, and maintaining law and order.”
