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Police promise Osun residents safe sallah celebration

Abiodun Ojelabi, the command’s spokesperson, in a statement, reassured residents of their safety of life and property before, during, and after this festive season.

• June 4, 2025
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Armed policewomen [Credit: The Cable]

The police command in Osun on Wednesday said it has put in place adequate security arrangements to ensure a hitch-free Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

Abiodun Ojelabi, the command’s spokesperson, in a statement, reassured residents of their safety of life and property before, during, and after this festive season.

Police commissioner Muhammad Abbah advised the residents to celebrate the event peacefully and avoid any act capable of jeopardising the existing peace in Osun.

He warned that the police would deal decisively with anyone found causing problems.

He appealed to members of the public to report any suspicious activity and provide prompt and useful information to the police in the event of any law infringement.

Mr Ojelabi further urged the residents to call the police’s control room via the following numbers: 08039537995, 08123823981, or the Complaint Response Unit at 08035143235, 08066286549, and 08030732461 for prompt action.

He added that police could also be reached on their social media handles, NPF Osun_State on X (formally Twitter) and Presspol Osun on Facebook or send email to osunstatepoliceng@gmail.com

(NAN)

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