The Kogi State Police Command, in collaboration with the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices and the Police Community Relations Committee, on Friday conducted a road walk and public sensitisation rally.
A statement issued on Friday by the command’s public relations officer, CSP William Aya, said that the initiative aims to promote a peaceful, safe, and crime-free Christmas season across the state.
“The awareness walk sensitised residents on shunning cultism, criminality, and other social vices, while encouraging collective responsibility in maintaining peace and security during the festive period.
“It also served as a platform to engage the public on crime prevention and the importance of cooperation with law enforcement agencies”, Aya noted.
He said that the Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Naziru Kankarofi, commended the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, for the proactive steps through community policing initiatives to enhance security throughout the yuletide season.
He further commended the level of dedication, professionalism, and commitment of officers of the Command.
He urged them to remain focused, disciplined, and people-friendly, particularly during the Christmas celebrations.
POCACOV State Coordinator, Austine Alaba, and PCRC Vice Chairman, Tijani Ibrahim, commended the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, for this timely initiative, noting it will help curb criminal activities during the season.
They also lauded Commissioner of Police, Kankarofi, for his unwavering commitment to the campaign’s success.
Flyers were distributed, and banners with crime-prevention messages advocated peace, lawfulness, and rejection of vices.
The command reassures the public of its commitment to ensuring adequate security before, during, and after the Christmas period.
Citizens are encouraged to remain law-abiding and promptly report any suspicious activities to the nearest police formation.
