From Paul Orude, Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has deployed adequate human and material resources for a hitch-free Eid el-Kabir celebration.
A release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, Aminu Gimba Ahmed, assured that the move was to fortify security across the state before, during and after the festivity.
“The command has taken into consideration the possibility of miscreants and disgruntled elements of all descriptions might want to leverage on the occasion and perpetrate their nefarious activities,” Ahmed, an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), said.
“In view of this, the command has hereby ordered massive deployment of conventional police personnel.
“As well as the tactical teams attached to the Command: Rapid Response Team (RRS), Anti-kidnapping Unit (AKU), Operation Restore Peace (ORS), Police Mobile Force (PMF) and Explosives Ordinance Disposal and Chemical Biological radioactive Nuclear (EOD&CBRN) operatives to various strategic places, especially areas that are susceptible to attack
“Consequently, Operation Order has been issued, while Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders and DPOs have been directed to ensure apparent visibility policing during the festive period through constant supervision of officers and men deployed for the season with regards to standard operating procedures”
THE PPRO explained that the Command has reiterated its aggressive stance to decisively descend on anyone found breaching public peace, law and order, before, during and after the festive period.
“The command once again felicitates with Muslim faithfuls in the State on the Eid el-Kabir celebration, and equally appreciates the good people of Bauchi state for their support and cooperation with the Police in the state,” the release added
“Finally, the command urges members of the public to promptly report any suspicious activities to the nearest police post or via the following control room number: 0904 822 6246, 08151849417.”