Eid-el-Fitr: IG secures prayer grounds, CAN rejoices with Muslims (Punch)

The Inspector-General of Police, Muhammed Adamu, has ordered Assistant Inspectors-General of Police and state Commissioners of Police to ensure security in all prayer grounds and other public places nationwide.

The IG said on Monday Nigerians must, however, remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the police during the break.

This is just as the Christian Association of Nigeria on Monday rejoiced with the Muslim faithful, saying, “It is our prayer that the celebration will be free of any terror or suicide bombers’ attack.”

In a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Frank Mba, the police expressed its readiness to intensify security at prayer grounds, recreation centres and sensitive locations. Read more