BEVERLY HILLS, July 5, (THEWILL) – The Nigerian Police Lagos state command has assured Lagosians that adequate security measures are in place during the Eid-el-Fitri celebration today and after.
This was disclosed by the Spokesman, Superintendent Dolapo Badmos, in response to a warning issued by the United States of a likely terror attack in the state during the end of Ramadan.
“The Lagos State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that adequate and necessary security measures have been put in place during and after the Eid el-Fitri celebrations,” Badmos said.
“In furtherance to this, all Muslim faithful and indeed the general public are hereby assured of their safety.
“It is not out of place for the U.S. to issue such warnings to its nationals. It should not cause panic among residents because in the past weeks, security has been beefed up across the state to ensure a hitch-free holiday. The police, military and other security outfits are on alert.
“Furthermore, the command wishes to state that appropriate operational strategies have been devised to ensure a hitch-free Eid-el-Fitri celebration at all praying grounds, recreational centres, hotels and all other public places.”
The statement urged the public to report any suspicious movement to the police through the security numbers – the toll-free 767 or 121 – among others.
THEWILL recalls that the U.S. Embassy had warned that groups associated with terrorist activity might be planning attacks against hotels in Lagos frequented by international visitors, including those located on waterfronts, during the Eid-al-Fitr holidays.
It also urged its citizens in Nigeria to review their personal security plans and be conscious of their surroundings and places they go to, including local event centres.
Story by David Oputah
