Kebbi Police announce heightened Yuletide security, deploying officers statewide to ensure safety during festivities and planned protests

The Kebbi State Police Command has announced heightened security measures across the state ahead of the Yuletide celebrations, assuring residents of its readiness to maintain peace and public safety during the festive period and beyond.

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The move comes amid preparations for increased social activities, interstate travel, and public gatherings traditionally associated with Christmas and end-of-year festivities.

The police said the arrangements would also cover a planned nationwide protest by the Nigeria Labour Congress scheduled within the same period.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, quoted the Commissioner of Police as saying that adequate personnel had been deployed to strategic locations across Kebbi State to ensure a peaceful celebration.

“The Kebbi State Police Command is fully prepared to ensure the safety of lives and property before, during, and after the Yuletide celebrations,” the statement said.

According to the command, security has been reinforced around worship centres, markets, motor parks, recreational facilities, and major highways to deter criminal activities commonly associated with festive periods.

The police also acknowledged citizens’ constitutional right to peaceful protest, stating that measures had been put in place to prevent any lawful assembly from being hijacked by criminal elements.

The statement added that, in collaboration with other security agencies, the command has intensified patrols, strengthened intelligence-led operations, and adopted a visible show of force to proactively prevent any breakdown of law and order.

Residents were urged to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies by promptly reporting suspicious activities or emergencies. Emergency numbers provided by the command include 08038797644 and 09015888578.

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The Kebbi State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining peace throughout the Yuletide season and beyond, encouraging residents to celebrate responsibly and go about their activities without fear.