The Abuja Police Command has issued a warning to residents, particularly those in Ushafa, Bwari, and surrounding areas, to avoid disseminating misleading information that could compromise established security strategies. The statement was released by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh.
To enhance the safety of lives and properties, the Command has deployed additional police personnel, a measure undertaken after FCT Police Commissioner, CP Haruna Garba, conducted a review of the security situation in areas of Bwari Local Government where kidnapping incidents had been reported.
Adeh urged individuals to refrain from spreading unverified information to prevent unnecessary panic among FCT residents. She emphasized the importance of responsibly sharing relevant information with the appropriate authorities.
The Commissioner of Police visited communities in the Bwari region on January 3, 2024, engaging with community leaders, assessing security arrangements, and implementing proactive measures, including deploying additional personnel and an armored police vehicle. Despite these efforts, concerns have been raised about perceived inactivity.
Adeh highlighted that disclosing detailed security strategies publicly could jeopardize their effectiveness, and she called for citizens’ cooperation and restraint in sharing potentially misleading or mischievous posts. Collaborating harmoniously with the police, she noted, is essential for fostering a safer and more secure environment for all.