Ahead of Eid-el-Fitr festivities in Kano state, the command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, has deployed no fewer than 3,023 officers to various places in the state to ensure security of lives and properties Sallah festivities.
This is contained in a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the Command, DSC Ibrahim Abdullahi and issued to newsmen on Friday.
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According to the statement, the state Commandant, Idris Zakari approved the deployment of 3,023 of the personnel across the state.
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According to Abdullahi, the operatives were drawn from various departments, Units, divisions and area commands including under cover officers to work with other security personnel to enhance security during the period.
“The officers have been charged to ensure maximum security and respond to any security threat across nooks and crannies in the state throughout the festive period.
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“Sequel to this, special attention will be given to strategic places comprising Eid grounds, Malls/recreational centres and most importantly to all the critical national assets and infrastructure,” the statement said.
While the state commandant wishes Muslim Ummah joyful sallah Celebrations, the good people of Kano are hereby enjoined to report any suspicious movements of miscreants to the nearest security formation for prompt action.
