In order to observe a peaceful yuletide celebration, the Sokoto Police Command has deployed human and material resources at the Command’s disposal across the nook and crannies of the state.
The deployment, according to a statement made available to newsmen in the by the commands spokesman, ASP Ahmed Rufai, is characterised by visibility policing at various places of worship, event centres, and raids on identified black spots, uncompleted buildings and shanties.
“It also includes stop and search, Vehicular and foot patrol as well as inter-agency cooperation, is aimed at ensuring that the residents of the Sokoto enjoys a hitch free festivity before, during and after the Christmas celebration.
“The Commissioner of Police Sokoto State, CP Ali Hayatu Kaigama, in anticipation of the festivity, felicitates with the Christian faithfuls of the State and equally enjoins he residents to dissuade from using knockouts, fireworks and firecrackers which may cause panic or apprehension in the general public, while reiterating his commitment to ensure the safety of all.
“He equally urges the residents to be vigilant and suspicious of their environment and to take advantage of the Police emergency lines for distress calls and complaints: 0706 884 8035, CRU. 07068718182, 08186081888, 08151437447”.
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