IntercontinentalNewsReservoir: Yuletide: Police reinforce security on Kaduna-Abuja highway, warn against misinformation

The Police Command in Kaduna State, on Monday began joint anti crime patrol and monitoring of the Kaduna to Abuja Highway ahead of the festive season and beyond.

The command’s spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, made the disclosure in a statement issued in Kaduna.

Hassan said the patrol was part of proactive security measures put in place sequel to the directives of the Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr Kayode Egbetekun, to ensure a hitch-free festive season.

He said the Commissioner of Police, Rabiu Muhammad, alongside all tactical Commanders under the command, conducted a joint anti crime patrol and monitoring on the Kaduna to Abuja Highway.

According to Hassan, the move was to ensure the safety and security of all commuters flying the road on 24 hours basis.

“The patrol exercise was carried out in collaboration with the Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, reinforcing inter-command cooperation and strengthening security along the major transit corridor to the northern region,”he added.

Hassan added that the operation also covered all border areas between Kaduna State and the Federal Capital Territory.

“It was aimed at deterring criminal activities, boosting visibility policing and reassuring the commuters flying the road and members of the public that adequate security has been provided before, during and after the festive season,”Hassan added.

He said the commissioner of police emphasised that the command remained committed and resolute in safeguarding the commuters, residents and travelers.

Hassan also assured the public that patrols and surveillance would be sustained throughout the festive season and beyond the yuletide to prevent any form of criminal activity.

The CP further applauded the Military for their immense contributions and other security agencies in policing the highway.

The commissioner also admonished those who always mislead the public on social media about negative publicity to desist.

He warned, “Otherwise, they will face the full wrath of the law and the commissioner solicits the cooperation of the members public to achieve success.