As the festive season approaches, excitement fills the air, and families prepare for celebrations.
Yet, amidst the joy, safety should remain a top priority. This is the position of the Nigeria Police Force.
Night journeys, though convenient for some, often pose hidden dangers that can turn holiday cheer into unexpected tragedy.
This is why the police in Rivers State are urging caution, warning travellers to avoid night travel during the Yuletide season.
Areas To Avoid In Rivers
As the Yuletide season approaches, the Rivers State Police Command has issued a stern warning against night travel along the Elele-Omerelu.
He also warned Against traveling along Isiokpo-Elele Roads in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers state due to the rising spate of kidnappings and other criminal activities along that route.
The Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Mustapha, conveyed this warning in Port Harcourt on Wednesday.
He emphasised that the command had ramped up security measures along these routes to address the security concerns effectively.
Also, he highlighted that the command had ramped up security measures along these routes to address the security concerns effectively.
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Rivers Police Commissioner Statement
Mustapha revealed: “We have carried out a comprehensive security deployment along the roads from Airport Roundabout Omagwa to Isiokpo, Elele, and extending to the boundary with Imo, and from Elele to Omoku, Elele-Alumini.
“By the grace of God, these areas are now fortified”.
He added: “We are urging road users to limit their movements during the night hours.
“Traveling after midnight is extremely risky. Our goal is to make these roads safer for everyone throughout the holiday season and beyond”.
Solutions To Insecurity
The commissioner also disclosed that the command has engaged in talks with local vigilante groups in the area to find lasting solutions to the security challenges.
These discussions have highlighted the involvement of some former members of local vigilante groups, notably the Onelga Security Peace Advisory Committee in the ongoing criminal activities.
