Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, Ahmed Ammani, has congratulated the people of the State, particularly Christian faithfuls, as they join others across the globe to mark this Year’s Easter celebration of the death, crucifixion, resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ. He reassured them of provision of adequate security and safety of citizens during and after the Easter celebration.
Police Public Relations Officer, Enugu State Command DSP Daniel Ndukwe n a statement on Friday in Enugu, said that the CP has directed Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and Heads Tactical/Operational Units of the Command to deploy all operational and intelligence assets at their disposal, to effectively police their areas of responsibilities and ensure smooth celebrations during and after the Easter season.
He tasked them to ensure that personnel under them stick to the Nigeria Police Force extant rules of engagement and guard against acts of unprofessionalism; noting that they will be held vicariously liable for any lapse(s).
“The Commissioner, while entreating all and sundry to celebrate responsibly and peacefully, called on Christians to use the period to pray for the peace and progress of Enugu State and Nigeria. He urged them to reawaken and genuinely express the true nature of Jesus Christ, which is exemplified in his love and selflessness.
“Meanwhile, residents of the State have been called upon to remain supportive, law-abiding, vigilant and promptly report acts of crime and criminality to the nearest Police Station or by calling the Command’s emergency hotlines on: 08032003702, 08075390883 or 08086671202. They can also call the Police PRO on: 08099854883 and send emails to: infoenugupolice@gmail.com, ” Ndukwe said.