Police ban sale of firecrackers ahead of ember months festivities
Police in the Federal Capital Territory have banned the sale of firecracker explosives, popularly known as (Knockout) and other unauthorized pyrotechnics across the territory ahead of the ember festivities. The commissioner of police in the FCT, CP Miller G Dantawaye, who announced this at a press briefing at the command in Abuja, on Monday, also […]
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Police in the Federal Capital Territory have banned the sale of firecracker explosives, popularly known as (Knockout) and other unauthorized pyrotechnics across the territory ahead of the ember festivities.
The commissioner of police in the FCT, CP Miller G Dantawaye, who announced this at a press briefing at the command in Abuja, on Monday, also warned against purchase or use of such firecrackers.
He said the ban on sale of the firecrackers was because the command is concerned about the increasing circulation of such items across the Territory.
He said firecrackers pose serious safety hazards, including injuries, fire outbreaks, and widespread panic.
According to him, the firecrackers also create opportunities for criminal elements to mask unlawful activities across black spots in the territory.
“And beyond these risks, their indiscriminate use disrupts public peace and endangers vulnerable members of the community, particularly children, the elderly, and persons with underlying health conditions,” he said.
The police commissioner urged residents to comply with the advisory, saying the police operatives have been charged to enforce the directive and ensure that violators are arrested and prosecuted accordingly.
He also urged the public to remain vigilant and promptly report anyone involved in the sale or use of firecrackers to the police through the FCT Police Command emergency lines via 08032003913, 08068587311.