The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has reiterated the ban on the burning of tyres and the use of fireworks and other social explosives across the state during the Yuletide season, particularly during crossover night celebrations and beyond.
CP Orutugu said the directive is aimed at safeguarding lives and property, maintaining public order, and preventing environmental pollution, road damage and potential security breaches associated with such activities.
He warned that the burning of tyres, use of knockouts, firecrackers, fireworks or any form of explosive device poses serious risks to public safety and will not be tolerated under any circumstances. According to him, offenders will be arrested and prosecuted in line with existing laws.
In a statement by the Command’s Spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the Commissioner also advised parents and guardians to caution their children and wards against engaging in such acts, noting that ignorance of the law would not be accepted as an excuse.
Reassuring residents, CP Orutugu stated that the Police Command, in collaboration with other security agencies, has intensified patrols, surveillance and intelligence-led operations across the state to ensure a peaceful and crime-free Yuletide celebration.
He urged Ndi Anambra to celebrate responsibly and cooperate with security agencies, reaffirming the Command’s commitment to the protection of lives and property.
The Anambra State Police Command wished residents a peaceful, safe and joyous Yuletide celebration.
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