The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has issued a strong warning to residents against the sale, purchase, and use of firecrackers, knockouts, explosives, and other unauthourized pyrotechnics as the ember-month festivities approach.
In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the Command expressed concern over the increasing circulation of such items across the Territory. It noted that firecrackers pose significant safety risks, including injuries, fire outbreaks, and unnecessary panic, while also providing cover for criminal activities.
The Command added that the indiscriminate use of firecrackers disrupts public peace and endangers vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and individuals with health conditions.
Commissioner of Police CP Miller Dantawaye, psc., has directed operatives to strictly enforce the ban and ensure that violators are arrested and prosecuted.
Residents have been urged to remain vigilant and report anyone involved in the sale or use of firecrackers to the nearest police station or through the Command’s emergency lines: 08032003913 and 08068587311.
