The sale and use of fireworks, knockouts, firecrackers, and other pyrotechnics has been banned by the police in Delta throughout the Christmas and New Year celebrations.
The announcement was made by the Delta State Police Commissioner, CP Wale Abass, who warned that it poses a threat to state security and should be avoided.
The police boss stressed that unnecessary disruption of public peace is caused by the use of fireworks (knockouts).
In addition, Abass warned against the hazardous consequences of its use, noting that it could give room to diversions that might give criminals the chance to continue their crimes and endanger residents.
CP Abass warned in strong terms that,” any dealer or resident who fails to abide by the ban, when caught, would be made to face the wrath of the law.
“On this note, parents and guardians are urged to monitor their wards and curtail their use of knockouts during Christmas and New Year celebrations.”
He urged the good people of Delta to be vigilant and security conscious as he reaffirmed the Command’s commitment and willingness to protect the life and properties of residents during the yuletide season and beyond.
The Commissioner of Police on behalf of officers and men of the Command, wishes the good people of Delta State a crime-free Christmas and New Year celebration in advance.
Similarly, the Commissioner of Police in Imo state, Aboki Danjuma, has strengthened security in communities in the state ahead of the festive period.
Danjuma said the plan was to ensure that the people of the state enjoyed a crime-free Christmas and New Year celebrations.
The CP who spoke when he visited Aro Ofeimo Junction, Amuro, Ama Mmadubuike, New General Hospital Aro Umulolo, Okigwe Police Divisional Headquarters and Area Command, Eke Okigwe Market, Army Base, and Garki Market, Okigwe asked the insurgents to vacate the state.
Danjuma said his command was taking the war to the dens of the insurgents, saying the residents of the area had a right to enjoy the Christmas and New Year holidays.