As part of measures to ensure safe and peaceful Yuletide celebration, Delta state Police Commissioner, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda has again reiterated the ban on sales and use on fireworks throughout the state.
The CP in a statement signed by the Commands’ Public Relations Officer PPRO, SP. Bright Edafe, noted that the command will enforced the ban strictly on the use, sale, and display of pyrotechnics, including fireworks and firecrackers known as ‘knock-out’, and ‘banger’.
This decision comes as part of ongoing efforts to prevent and reduce crime as experience shows that criminally minded persons can take advantage of this to unleash terror on law-abiding residents.
On that note, parents and guardians are advised to caution their children and wards to desist from using these items, and retailers are equally warned to withdraw from the display and sale of these products, as anyone found wanting will be arrested and prosecuted.
The CP has directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police officers, and Tactical Commanders to monitor strict compliance and address any violations within their respective Areas of responsibilities. The however CP appreciated the cooperation of Deltans in upholding the ban, and citizens admonishing citizens to always report incidents of the use or sale of fireworks to the nearest police station or by calling the command control room numbers:
– 08036684974
– 08114895600
– 08025666914