The Commissioner of Police Delta State Command, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi has assured the public, particular the Muslim faithfuls, of the provision of adequate security and free flow of traffic in the State ahead of the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebration slated for Friday 6th June to Saturday 7th June 2025.
In recognition of the significance of this sacred occasion, the Command will be working in close synergy with other sister security agencies which includes the Military, DSS, NSCDC, Road Safety etc in other to ensure that the activities of all unfriendly forces such as kidnappers, armed robbers, cultists etc is nipped in the bud.
The CP warns mischief makers to steer clear as the command will deal decisively with anybody who is found wanting. To this end, the CP has ordered massive deployment of personnel from Area Commands, Tactical formations, and divisions. The deployment cut across the state for the purpose of providing adequate security in all Muslim prayer grounds and strategic locations in the state. The CP also directed all Divisional Police Officers to intensify raids of criminal hideouts and black spots within their areas of responsibilities. Residents are further urged to cooperate fully with security personnel and adhere to all laws and safety regulations during the festive period. He added that vehicular and human movements around major prayer grounds will be regulated to ensure crowd control and public safety.
The Commissioner of Police on behalf of officers and men of the Command, extends his warmest wishes to all Muslim faithfuls as they mark a hitch free Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
