BY MUSA IDRIS UMAR.
The Borno State Police Command is gearing up for a secure and peaceful Christmas and New Year celebration in the state.
To achieve this, the command held a strategic meeting with senior officers on Friday at the state command headquarters in Maiduguri.
According to a statement by the police public relations officer, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso, the meeting was presided over by the command's commissioner of police, CP Yusufu Mohammed Lawal.
The CP charged officers to be vigilant and proactive in preventing and responding to incidents during the festive period.
He emphasized the need for professionalism and civility while carrying out their duties and ensuring strict supervision of their personnel.
In anticipation of increased human and vehicular traffic during the festive period, the command has put in place strategic measures to prevent and respond to potential threats, as well as maintain free flow of traffic.
The police have also warned commuters against reckless driving and other violations of the road traffic act. Commercial tricycle operators have been reminded to ensure their tricycles have inner lights on while driving at night.
In the statement, the ban on motorcycles, tinted glasses, covering of plate numbers, and the use of fireworks (Knockouts) remains in effect.
The commissioner acknowledged the close working relationship between the police and other security agencies in the state, which has facilitated a coordinated response to security concerns.
The police have urged members of the public to cooperate with them and report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station or through the following emergency contacts: 0806 807 5581, 0802 347 3293.