The Rivers State Commissioner of Police, CP Okon Effiong, has felicitated with the people of Rivers State as they join Christians the world over to mark this year’s Easter, which is a celebration of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
According to a press release on Thursday, April 6, 2023, signed by the Rivers State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the Commissioner enjoins all Christians to use the period to pray for the peace and progress of Rivers State and Nigeria.
The CP also reassured River’s residents of the provision of adequate security and their safety during and beyond the period of the celebration.
Accordingly, he has directed Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, and Heads of Tactical and 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.
Meanwhile, residents of the state have been called upon to remain supportive, law-abiding, and vigilant and promptly report acts of crime and criminality to the nearest police station or by calling the command’s emergency hotlines at 0803 200 3514 and 0809 888 0134.
