…warns that any attempt to disrupt peace and security in Enugu State will be met with decisive action.
The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Kanayo Uzuegbu, psc (+), has urged residents to ignore a criminally minded viral video from an unidentified individual advising them to sit-at-home on Monday, 21st, and Tuesday, 22nd October 2024.
According to a statement made available to newsmen in Enugu by DSP Daniel NDUKWE, Police Public Relations Officer, Enugu State Command, Uzuegbu described the advise and the reasons for it as baseless, unwarranted, and a deliberate attempt to incite fear and unrest in the State.
CP Kanayo emphasised that Enugu State “has long moved past such criminally motivated illegal sit-at-home orders or advise, which are often designed to destabilise the social, economic, and psychological well-being of the people under the guise of secessionist agitation”.
The Police Commissioner encouraged citizens to carry on with their lawful activities without fear or intimidation, assuring them that the police, in collaboration with other security agencies, are fully prepared to maintain peace and security across the State. He warned that any individual or groups attempting to disrupt public order will be ruthlessly dealt with.
CP Kanayo also urged parents and guardians to warn their children and wards against being used for any act inimical to the peace and security of the State, warning that the legal consequences of such involvements will be dire.
Furthermore, the Commissioner enjoined residents of the State to stay vigilant, law-abiding, and report suspicious activities or individuals to the nearest police station.
For emergencies, the public can contact the Enugu State Command via the following numbers: 08032003702, 08098880172, 08086671202, or email: [email protected].