Nigeria Police Force has directed the immediate deployment of personnel to strategic locations, key areas, and identified hotspots across the country to curb traffic and highway robberies, as well as other criminal activities.


The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun gave the directive in a statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Thursday. 


He said initiative aims to ensure the safety and protection of lives and property during the festive season.


“The IGP has directed the immediate deployment of adequate personnel to strategic locations, key areas and identified hotspots across all states. This initiative is aimed at curbing traffic, highway robberies, and other criminal activities during this period of increased mobility, public gatherings, and  celebrations.” 


The statement emphasised that while the IGP remains committed to “ensuring public safety,” the police have made significant progress in combating criminal activities.


It noted that security operatives will be positioned to deter crimes through increased police presence and visibility on major highways and roads prone to criminal activities, particularly highway robberies, which tend to spike during festive seasons,” the statement partly reads.


The statement affirmed that the police remains “committed to providing a safe environment during and beyond the Yuletide,” assuring Nigerians that the festive period will be celebrated without the threats of crime.


It urged members of the public to cooperate with police officers and encourage vigilance.


“The IGP further encourages citizens to remain vigilant and report all suspicious activities to the police and other law enforcement agencies,” he added.