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Yuletide: Police Warn Against Use Of Fireworks In Abuja

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command says the ban on the use of fireworks in Abuja is still in effect, warning residents to desist from using them as the festive season approaches.

According to a statement by Police Public Relations Officer, Yusuf Mariam, the FCT Commissioner of Police, Bala Ciroma has directed all Divisional Police Officers to ensure strict compliance with the ban within the Abuja.

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“The Commissioner of Police urges parents and guardians to prevail upon their wards to restrain from using fireworks, as all violators will be arrested and prosecuted accordingly.

“While assuring residents of adequate security during the festive period, the Command is appealing to members of the public to promptly report all suspicious movements through our emergency lines,” the statement read in part.

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