Oct 1 Protests: We‘ve Deployed Officers, Equipment, Others in Abuja – AIG Benneth Igweh
FCT Command said the deployment will include Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) personnel, anti-riot equipment, and visibility policing, among others.
The Nigerian police said it is ready for the planned #Endbadgovernance protests that would hold tomorrow.
The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 7, AIG Benneth Igweh, said that the Federal Capital Territory, FCT command has deployed equipment’s, Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) personnel, anti-riot equipment, visibility policing, among others to ensure that residents are adequately secured.
The Command in a statement by SP Josephine Adeh, said: “This proactive deployment is aimed to ensure that residents of the FCT enjoy a hitch-free Independence Day celebration.
“The deployment will include Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) personnel, anti-riot equipment, visibility policing, among others.
“Traffic diversions will be implemented in areas expected to experience large crowds, including Central Area and Eagle Square.
“While celebrating Independence Day, residents of the FCT are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious movements or activities to the FCT Police emergency lines: 08032003913, 08028940883, 08061581938, 07057337653, PCB: 09022222352, CRU: 08107314192”.
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