The Kwara State Commissioner of Police, CP Paul Odama has assured the people of Kwara State of adequate security before, during, and after the Easter celebrations.
According to a press release on Thursday, 6th April 2023 signed by the Kwara State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Okasanmi Ajayi, said that all the materials and human resources available to the command have been deployed to ensure Christians and Muslims alike enjoy the holidays with peace and equanimity.
SP Ajayi further said that among the security measures put in place are aggressive foot and motorized patrols devoid of undue pressure on innocent citizens, particularly the youth and the students.
“The CP advised the youth to be law-abiding and shelve every circumstance that could cause disharmony between them and the law enforcement agencies on duty during the period, as the police have been warned to desist from checking the telephone handsets of the citizens and unnecessary pursuit of alleged Yahoo boys in the state.
“He congratulates the Christian faithful on the successful completion of Lent, which signifies the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. He equally advised the citizens to celebrate in moderation and be conscious of happenings around them. Meanwhile, the Command’s emergency lines in case of any untoward situation are stated below.08125275046, 07032069501, the statement concluded.
