In reaction to a trending story in the social
media, the Police in Abuja have said that they did not arrest persons with
Improvised Explosive Devices at FCT-Nasarawa boundary.
The police said this in a statement issued by
its spokesman, ASP Anjuguri Manzah, in Abuja on Friday.
Manzah said the rumour of such arrest was the
handiwork of detractors who are hell bent on instilling fear and unnecessary
panic in the minds of peace-loving residents.
Manzah said the Commissioner of Police, Mr.
Muhammad Mustafa, reassured residents of adequate security and protection of
lives and property in the territory.
He said Mustafa also urged social media users
to always verify information before circulating such through their respective
platforms.
The Police used the opportunity to inform
residents that they would practice shooting at the range in Karshi on November
26 from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Manzah said the exercise was part of the
training routine of the Nigeria Police.
He enjoined members of the public, especially
those around the Nyanaya, Jikwoyi and Karshi axis, not to panic.
“Residents are also advised to avoid the
area for the duration of the exercise, as live ammunition will be used,” he
said.
Source: NAN
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