The Kano State Police Commissioner, Hussaini Gumel, has directed Operational Commanders and Divisional Police Officers to intensify patrols around all the primary and secondary schools as well as all tertiary institutions in the state.
This is contained in a statement by the Command’s Public Relations, SP Abdullahi Haruna on Wednesday.
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He said the measure is in line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on ensuring the safety of schools under the Safe Schools Initiative.
Haruna said the directive is aimed at improving the security of lives and property, most especially safety of schools and students.
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“The measure is aimed at ensuring the safety and security of students, teachers, and staff and to boost the overall educational sector in the state.
“The intention of increasing the presence of police personnel in these areas is to further deter criminal activities and provide a secure environment conducive to learning and teaching.
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He urged members of the public, particularly school administrators, teachers, parents, and students, to cooperate fully with the Police and other security agencies and report any suspicious activities for prompt action.
While thanking the people of the state for their support, cooperation and understanding, the commissioner urged them to keep reporting any suspicious movement of persons or items to the nearest Police Station.
