Usman Alkali Baba, the Inspector General of Police, emphasised on Thursday, October 27, 2022 that there is no security concern in Abuja, the capital of the country.
IGP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, a spokesperson for the Force, assured Nigerians and other foreigners of their safety while in the nation.
When ordering all Strategic Police Managers in command of Commands and tactical units across the nation to step up security in their respective domains, particularly in the FCT, the police chief stressed this.
He reaffirmed the Nigeria Police’s dedication to protecting people and property, saying that the Force will carry out its mission in cooperation with other security organisations.
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The IGP, therefore, allays the fear of residents in the FCT and admonishes them to go about their lawful businesses and normal social lives/engagements as all hands are on deck to nip any security threat in the bud and respond to distress calls promptly,” the statement read.
“The IGP similarly reiterates the commitment of the Nigeria Police to eliminating all threats, as well as protection of lives and property of all residents of the country.”
Similar to this, Baba ordered that all emergency phones across the nation be fully operational for a 24/7 rapid response with combatant officers and men on standby to respond in the event of emergencies and distress calls.
He urged people in the FCT to be on the lookout and call the police right away if they saw anything unusual or suspicious.
Additionally, the police chief requested that the public call the force’s emergency hotlines at 08032003913, 08061581938, 07057337653, and 08028940883.
Recall that on Sunday, the Federal Capital Territory of the country, Abuja, received alerts from both the US and the UK on a potential terrorist assault (FCT).
The attack would specifically target government structures, houses of worship, schools, and other locations where large groups congregate, according to the warnings.
