Police tell parents to warn their children against committing crimes

The police commissioner in Ekiti, Akinwale Adeniran, has charged parents and guardians to warn wards against acts that could frustrate the Eid-el-Fitr celebration or alter the peaceful atmosphere enjoyed across the state.
This is contained in a statement by the command’s spokesman, DSP Sunday Abutu, on Tuesday in Ado-Ekiti.
In his goodwill message to the Muslim community, the police commissioner assured everyone of adequate security during and after the celebration.
He equally directed area commanders, divisional police officers and heads of tactical and intelligence units to beef up security ahead of the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
The police chief also directed his men to ensure the deployment of adequate operatives to all strategic points and places of celebrations across the state.
He implored the Muslim faithful to use the celebration period to pray for Nigeria’s peace, unity and progress.
The commissioner reaffirmed the command’s relentless efforts to rid the state of criminal elements and ensure maximum security of lives and property.
He stated that those found wanting would be made to face the full wrath of the law.
He implored everyone to be security conscious and vigilant and immediately report any incident or happenings observed in their locality to the nearest police station or call 08062335577.
(NAN)
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