From Scholastica Onyeka, Makurdi
Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, Wale Abass, has deployed men to churches and public places in the state to ensure the security of lives and property during the Yuletide period.
The police boss in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Catherine Anene said adequate arrangements had been made to secure all entry and exit routes within the state.
Abass while expressing his felicitation to the good people of Benue State on Christmas and New Year reiterated his commitment to securing the state.
The statement read: “To ensure security of lives and property, the command has put in place adequate security arrangements to ensure a hitch free celebration.
“This arrangement includes provision of security at churches, recreational facilities and event centres as well as entry and exit routes in the state.”
He further informed residents of Benue that the ban on sale and use of fireworks in the state is still being enforced.
He advised parents and guardians to look after their children/wards, and urged them to do so.
The CP also enjoined the people to provide useful information that will assist the police in their operations of making the celebration hitch free.
According to the statement, the command can be reached through the following phone numbers: 08066006475, 08057493117, 07067374913 and 07083250154.