IGP Says No Imminent Threats In Abuja As Police Release Emergency Numbers Nationwide (PHOTO)

The IGP has said there are no imminent threats in Abuja as the Police released emergency numbers nationwide.

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, has assured Nigerian residents of adequate security and prompt emergency responses.

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The IGP’s assurance was contained in a statement issued by Police spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Thursday.

According to Adejobi, the IGP Baba assured Nigerians that there are no imminent threats to lives in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, despite the terror alerts issued by the United States and United Kingdom earlier this week.

The Police chief also rolled out emergency numbers for 24/7 prompt response nationwide.

“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, psc(+), NPM, fdc, CFR, has reiterated the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force in concert with other security agencies, to ensure the safety of all residents within the country,” the statement said.

“The IGP emphasized this while charging all Strategic Police Managers in charge of Commands and tactical formations within the country to beef up security in their respective jurisdictions, especially in the FCT.

“The IGP similarly directed that all emergency numbers across the country should be activated to full capacity for a 24/7 prompt response with combatant officers and men on standby to respond in case of emergency situations and distress calls.”

The IGP also urged FCT residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious occurrence or person to the force.

“Residents within the FCT are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious or abnormal occurrence and persons to the Police through the following emergency lines: 08032003913, 08061581938, 07057337653, and 08028940883,” he was quoted as saying.

“The IGP therefore allays the fear of residents in the FCT and admonishes them to go about their lawful businesses and normal social lives/engagements as all hands are on deck to nip any security threat in the bud and respond to distress calls promptly.

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“The IGP similarly reiterates the commitment of the Nigeria Police to eliminating all threats, as well as protection of lives and property of all residents of the country.”

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