From Scholastica Onyeka, Makurdi
Benue State Police Commissioner, Wale Abass, has ordered a special deployment of officers of the command ahead of the Christmas celebration, as part of preparations to ensure the safety of life and property for the year ending.
A statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Catherine Anene, and made available to newsmen in Makurdi, yesterday, said the commissioner directed all Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders and Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) to deploy officers, in accordance with the “Ember months” operation order.
The statement noted that the officers are expected to man specified hot spots, exit and entry routes as well as crowded places.
The CP also ordered officers to strengthen enforcement of ban on the use of Spy Number plates by the Inspector General of Police and warned that only vehicles with factory fitted tinted glasses would be allowed to ply the roads.
The statement also directed drivers who create tinted glasses to remove the tint material as enforcement will not spare any person.
The commissioner further advised the officers carrying out the duties to be cautious and very professional.