The Nigerian military and the
police have banned the use of fireworks during the Yuletide.
A statement by the task force’s
spokesperson, Major Umar Adams, urged residents and travellers to go about
their normal business during the Yuletide.
Meanwhile, they have described as
untrue reports in the social media that that some villages and routes in
Southern Kaduna were not safe for travellers.
“We wish to categorically state
that there is no threat, crisis or breach of security anywhere around Southern
Kaduna.
“The roads and all the
communities are, therefore, safe and free for passage,” the statement read
partly.
In a similar manner, the Plateau
State Police Command has banned the use of fireworks during the festive period
and assured the residents of adequate security.
A statement by the command’s
spokesperson, Matthias Tyopev, said the police had deployed patrol vehicles in
strategic areas with a view to responding promptly to distress calls from
members of the public.
Tyopev said, “We wish to state
that there is a ban on the use of fireworks and bangers. This is to avoid all
forms of distraction in the execution of the security strategy in place.
“The support of the public is
highly solicited to ensure hitch-free Christmas and New Year celebrations.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to advise their children to desist from
the use of any form of fireworks before, during and after the Yuletide as any
person found flouting the ban would be arrested and prosecuted.”
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