Muazu Zubairu, the
commissioner of police in Niger state, has cautioned residents of the state
against receiving wrapped gifts from strangers during the yuletide.
Speaking with NAN on Wednesday, Zubairu said the
residents needed to be cautious because of desperate attempts by the insurgents
to cause havoc.
While stating that the gifts could turn out to be
striker bombs, he said the police had taken measures to deal with whatever form
of security threats.
“We will continue to utilise the avenues of
intelligence-led policing, community, visibility policing as well as
constant intelligence-led raid on criminal hideouts to arrest and prosecute the
hoodlums,” Zubairu said.
“We are battle ready to deal with any form of
security threats to enable people celebrate the festivities in a peaceful
atmosphere.”
The police commissioner urged officers command to
continue to put in their best as hard working ones will be rewarded.
He also urged residents to report suspicious
movements as this would greatly assist in apprehending suspected criminals.
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