The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Solomon Arase has
issued a stern warning to the four police commands under Zone 6 to sit up and
curb incessant cases of kidnappings in the area or face the music. A statement
by the Force headquarters in Abuja today said the IGP “is miffed that despite
several directives on anti-crime activities, there are reports of increasing
trend of kidnapping and violent crimes in Zone Six (6) Police Command. He has
therefore issued stern warning to Police officers and men under Zone Six (6)
Police Command, comprising Cross-River, Rivers, Ebonyi and Akwa-Ibom States to
put all hands on deck, at stemming the tide.”
With a view to further ensuring that the order is complied
forthwith, the IGP has also put an embargo on all forms of leave, either casual
or annual for officers and men in the four police Commands.
“The Police High Command equally reaffirmed its commitment
at leaving no stone unturned to ensure that peace prevails and people go about
their lawful businesses in all parts of the country. Members of the public are
further enjoined to continue to collaborate with the Police by reporting any suspicious
person or criminal element at the nearest Police Station for prompt action”,
the statement signed by Force spokesman Emmanuel Ojukwu stated.
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