.As NSCDC deploys 4,500 personnel across FCT
.FRSC vows tough sanctions against traffic offenders nationwide
The Police Command in Kaduna State, has urged the residents of the state to celebrate the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir responsibly and peacefully.
The command’s spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, made the call in a statement issued on Wednesday in Kaduna.
Hassan said, “As he Muslim faithful in Kaduna State and across the country prepare to celebrate the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir (Sallah) festivities,the command extends its warmest greetings and felicitations to all faithful.
“In the spirit of the season, the command is calling on all the citizens to celebrate responsibly and peacefully.
“The command has put in place robust security measures across the state to ensure a hitch-free celebration
“It urges the members of the public to cooperate with the security personnel in the discharge of their duties and also warn against violence during the festivities.”
He said the Commissioner of Police, Rabiu Muhammad, appealed to religious, community, and youth leaders to continue to promote peace, tolerance, and mutual respect during and after the Sallah festivities.
“Special appeal is also extended to our Fulani brothers and sisters, especially the youths engaging in traditional Sharo (flogging contest), to conduct their celebrations in an orderly and peaceful manner.
“The command recognises and respects cultural expressions, it must be emphasised that all such activities must be carried out in a safe and non-violent environment.
“Any act capable of breaching public peace or causing harm will not be condoned, “Hasdan said.
He, however, advised the citizens to be vigilant and report any suspicious movement or persons to the nearest police station or through the following emergency contacts:07039675856, 08075391105
.as NSCDC deploys 4,500 personnel across FCT
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, has deployed 4,500 personnel to ensure adequate security during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.
FCT NSCDC Commandant, Olusola Odumosu, announced the deployment on Wednesday in Abuja, directing officers to secure all areas within the FCT to guarantee a peaceful and hitch-free celebration.
He emphasised that the move was aimed at safeguarding lives and protecting Critical National Assets and Infrastructure before, during, and after the festivities.
He said the officers were drawn from various specialised units of the Corps, including the Female Strike Force, Arms Squad, and Operation Adkasu.
Others he said included the Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI) unit, as well as the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE) unit.
Odumosu instructed that special attention be paid to soft targets and vulnerable locations such as shopping malls, recreational centres, prayer grounds, markets, motor parks, and amusement parks.
“In a bid to ensure proactiveness and prevent emergencies or unforeseen circumstances, operatives from our undercover unit have already been deployed for covert operations and surveillance,” he said.
The commandant also directed Area Commanders and Divisional Officers to ensure full preparedness across all Area Councils, warning against any security lapses.
“All hands must be on deck. I will not tolerate any form of breach. Ensure adequate personnel deployment,” he stated.
Odumosu charged all officers to maintain professionalism, collaborate with other security agencies, and strictly adhere to rules of engagement.
He cautioned against harassment, intimidation of citizens, and accidental discharge.
He urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements or individuals to the nearest security agency.
The commandant also issued a warning to criminals and vandals to stay away from critical infrastructure, stressing that undercover NSCDC officers are monitoring the territory and will not hesitate to apprehend offenders.
He ended by wishing all Muslim faithful a joyful and peaceful celebration and offered prayers for the well-being of the nation.
.as FRSC vows tough sanctions against traffic offenders nationwide
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has pledged to adopt a zero-tolerance stance against reckless drivers during and after the Eid-el-Kabir festivities.
The FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed, made this known on Wednesday at a Sallah rally in Abuja, organised to sensitise road users on safe driving habits.
Mohammed also warned that all traffic offenders would face prosecution.
The Corp Marshall emphasised that the FRSC would strictly enforce laws against speeding, overloading, drunk driving, and other disruptive behaviours behind the wheel.
He, however, expressed concern about the national image projected through poor road culture, particularly in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and its environs.
He criticised the trend of overloading vehicles, describing it as dangerous and unacceptable.
“Three in front, six at the back. it doesn’t speak well of us.
“This time around, we are not leaving any stone unturned. Any recalcitrant driver that we catch is going to face prosecution.
“Our crash analysis shows that over 70 per cent of road traffic crashes annually are caused by speeding,” he said.
Mohammed also advised drivers and passengers to take responsibility for safety.
”Abuja is the heart of Nigeria. If our roads are chaotic here, it sends the wrong message to the world.
“When visitors arrive, the first thing they notice is our driving culture,” he stated.
Mohammed also warned against destructive behaviours such as using phones, watching inappropriate content, or eating while driving.
”We don’t condone this anymore. We are going to enforce it strictly,” he said.
The FRSC boss called on the public, especially commuters, to speak up when their safety was threatened by reckless drivers.
He also appealed to the media to support FRSC’s sensitisation efforts, stressing that a crash-free Sallah was possible through cooperation, enforcement, and education.
“Passengers must stop being silent. It is their right to demand safe driving. Our prayer is that this Salah, we record no crash. We are committed to making that a reality,” he said.
Speaking, Mr Jibrin Uke, Zonal Chairman Karu, National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), commended the FRSC for engaging drivers in safety education ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir festivities.
Uke expressed gratitude for the sensitisation exercise, describing it as timely and impactful.
He noted that the union often addresses safety concerns with members, adding that hearing the message directly from FRSC officials had a greater impact.
“We really appreciate the FRSC staff for their visit. They enlightened our drivers, and we are happy about that.
““Most times, our drivers don’t take us seriously when we talk to them. But with FRSC coming personally to educate them, they listened and understood better,” he said.
The union leader reaffirmed NURTW’s support for the FRSC’s campaign for safer roads and called on passengers to cooperate by obeying safety rules and cautioning reckless drivers.(NAN)
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