The Rivers State Police Command has initiated proactive measures to guarantee peaceful and secure Yuletide Season, underscoring the imperative of synergy with sister security agencies to maintain law and order across the state.
The Command called on the good people of the State to use the season as a period of sober reflection and to offer prayers for the peace and progress of the State and the nation.
To this end, the Command, under the leadership of CP Olugbenga A. Adepoju, psc, mnips, has implemented a robust security framework, deploying tactical teams to strategic locations, including entry and exit points, waterways, motor parks, hotels, recreation centers, churches, mosques, and identified hotspots. This deployment is designed to provide visibility Policing, enhance surveillance, and facilitate rapid response to potential security breaches.
The CP has further directed all the Area Commanders and Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) to deploy both operational and intelligence assets at their disposal to effectively Police their Areas of Responsibilities to ensure a hitch-free celebration.
According to the PPRO, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the Command is intensifying community engagement through collaborative efforts with traditional rulers, youth organizations, and religious leaders to foster a culture of trust, promote public confidence, and encourage early intelligence sharing. This proactive approach aims to nip potential security threats in the bud and prevent incidents during the festive period.
In light of the festivities, parents are advised to exercise vigilance and caution their children against engaging in pyrotechnics (fireworks) and knockout shooting, which poses risks.
The Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and property of all citizens before, during and after the Christmas celebration, urging residents to secure their homes by ensuring that all doors and windows are properly fastened before retiring for the night, remain vigilant, report suspicious activities to the nearest station, and refrain from disseminating unverified information that could cause unnecessary alarm.
Residents can report incidents or concerns to the nearest Police station or utilize the Command’s contact numbers:
Control Room: 08032003514
and CRU: 08120822987
The Rivers State Police Command extended warm wishes to all Christians for a joyous Christmas and a prosperous New Year.