Kano State Police Commissioner, Muhammed Gumel addressing newsmen in Kano
By HARUNA AHMED, Kano –
The Kano State Police Command has said adequate security measures have been put in place to ensure a peaceful Eid-El-Kabir celebration throughout the state.
In conjunction with relevant security stakeholders, the command has implemented measures to maintain law and order before, during, and after the festive period.
This is contained in a statement issued by the command’s spokesman, Abdullahi Kiyawa on Thursday in Kano.
Mr. Kiyawa said as part of these measures, all Durbar activities have been suspended due to security concerns and consultations with stakeholders. However, worshippers are advised to proceed with traditional Eid prayers at designated grounds.
He encouraged the public to report any suspicious activities or individuals to the nearest police station or through the provided emergency contact numbers or online platforms.
“We appreciate the cooperation and collaboration of all stakeholders in our efforts to maintain a safe and secure environment.” He said
Read full statement below:
“The Kano State Police Command congratulates Muslim faithfuls and all law-abiding residents of the State for witnessing yet another Eid-El-Kabir Sallah period and assures that adequate security deployments have been put in place to ensure no breakdown of law and order in all parts of the State before, during and after the festive period.
“This is part of the commitment to sustenance of the peace by the Kano State Police Command in conjunction with all the relevant security stakeholders. In furtherance, a ban has been placed on ALL DURBAR activities throughout the State for the upcoming Eid-El-Kabir celebrations. This measure is taken as a result of series security reports obtained and wide consultations made with relevant security stakeholders to ensure the safety of the larger community.
“However, worshippers are advised to conduct their normal Eid Prayers at the various designated Eid praying grounds, traditionally done in the past.
“On a final note, the Command encourages continued collaboration and cooperation from all stakeholders to collectively work together to build a safer and more secure environment.
“The Command also urges everyone to keep reporting any suspicious movement of person(s) or item(s) they come across to the nearest Police Station or through the following Kano State Police Command emergency contact numbers:- 08032419754, 08123821575, 09029292926, or log-in to the NPF Rescue Me Application available in the Play Store, or through the following Online Media Platforms:
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Twitter: Kano State Police Command (@KanoPoliceNG)
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Tiktok: Kano State Police Command.
