By Sunny A. David, Awka
The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has reaffirmed the Command’s ban on the burning of tyres and the use of any form of social explosives across the State during the Yuletide season, particularly during crossover night celebrations and beyond.
The Commissioner made this known in a press statement issued by the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Ikenga Tochukwu, and made available to journalists.
According to the statement, the ban is aimed at safeguarding lives and property, maintaining public order, preventing damage to government infrastructure, curbing environmental pollution and hazards, and averting possible security breaches associated with such activities.
CP Orutugu warned that the burning of tyres, use of fireworks, knockouts, firecrackers, or any other explosive devices poses serious risks to public safety and will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
He advised parents and guardians to caution their children and wards against engaging in such acts, stressing that violators will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
The Commissioner further assured Ndi Anambra that the Police Command, in collaboration with other security agencies, has intensified patrols, surveillance, and intelligence-led operations across the state to ensure a peaceful, safe, and crime-free Yuletide celebration.
He encouraged residents to celebrate responsibly and lawfully, reaffirming the Command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, while wishing Ndi Anambra a peaceful and joyous Yuletide season.
