Commissioner of Police, Plateau State Command, Ayodeji Faniyan, has warned criminals to stay away. He spoke at the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Conference in Abuja: “Plateau State will be too hot for them to operate. We have arrested 35 suspected kidnappers, armed robbers and others.
“My vision is to focus on proactive initiatives designed to deny safe haven to criminal elements. The command has undertaken a comprehensive reassessment of its crime prevention strategies, with community policing serving as the foundation element of approach.
“I have charged officers to uphold the highest standard of professionalism, discipline, dedication, integrity and transparency in the course of their duties. They should also shun corruption, illegal duties, imbibe community policing, which will enable the public and police to flush out criminals.
“The command and other security personnel on operation comprised the police, Army/JTF Operation Enduring Peace, Nigerian Air Force, Department of State Service, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Nigeria Security Civil Defence Corps, Nigeria Correctional Service, Operation Rainbow, Federal Road Safety Corps and the Nigeria Police Force Air Wing deployed by IGP Olatunji Disu on an operation show of force across strategies locations to the recent security incidents recorded in Mangu, Barkin Ladi, Riyom and Bokkos LGs. The convoy traversed the nooks and crannies of suburban areas, flashpoints and vulnerable spots within the state to reassure residents and reinforce security presence.
“The command has embarked on a statewide community engagement initiative to appreciate residents for their continued support and cooperation in the fight against crime and criminality. The command has intensified efforts to rebuild public confidence in the Nigeria Police, pledging to prioritise citizens welfare, professionalism, integrity, fairness and prompt response to public complaints through strengthened community policing.
“The command disbursed N25,821,550, 30 in entitlements to 22 families of police officers who paid the supreme sacrifice in the course of serving and defending the nation. Today, Plateau is calm and safe with the cooperation of the citizens and with the support of the state government.
“The command has arrested 31 suspected criminals in different locations, some charged to court, while some are still under investigation.
“Operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) Team 1, Bukuru, while on routine patrol along Anguldi—Vom road arrested two suspects and recovered locally fabricated firearms.
“Police operatives while on intelligence led patrol arrested a 24-year-old suspect in Jos south LGA , and recovered one locally fabricated Berretta pistol with two rounds of 9mm live ammunition , two double edge daggers. Also, operatives arrested a 24-year-old in Bokkos LG, armed with a stick attacked a 23-year-old granddaughter, while they were working on a farm and forcefully had carnal knowledge of her. Acting on credible intelligence, a 23-year old suspect was arrested in Bassa LG in hotel.
“Detectives arrested a 40-year-old for the defilement of a nine-year-old. She narrated how she was sexually abused by the 40-year-old. A team of mobile policemen from 81 PMF Bassa conducted an intelligence operation in the bush at Kafi Abu, Barkin Ladi, engaged the suspected bandits gun duel.
Meanwhile, Police Tactical team stationed in Barkin—Ladi LGA sighted suspected illegal miners. They abandoned their nefarious intention and fled into the surrounding bushes
“Four suspects were arrested during raid operation in Angwan-Rogo. We recovered a large quantity of dry leaves suspected to be cannabis and other substance suspected large drug. The command tactical team heightened alert, with sustained surveillance and raids on identified black spots and flashpoints.
“We are emboldened by the leadership of the IGP Disu. He has repeatedly expressed his stance on professionalism, discipline, respect for the rights and dignity of citizens, public trust and enthroning a people-centered policing. The command remains committed to professionalism, respect for human rights and adherence to the rule of law in all its operations.
“I have visited traditional rulers and encouraged them to reinforce security collaboration with the police, traditional and all other stakeholders to ensure a safer state. We will continue to ensure the safety and security of all residents and visitors in Plateau State.”
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