Kano State Police command bans use of fireworks, knockouts

THE Kano State Police Command said on Friday that the law which banned the use of fireworks and knockouts was still in force.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), this was contained in a statement signed by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Magaji Majiya  in Kano.

“The command wishes to remind the public that the law, which banned the use of fireworks or knockouts and burning of tyres by youths, is still in force.”

Majiya  assured residents that adequate security measures had been taken to ensure security of lives and property during the forthcoming Christmas and new year celebrations.

“The command has taken measures to ensure peaceful celebrations as places of worship, motor parks, markets, roads, shopping Malls, recreation centers and other public places will be adequately protected.

“Both covert and overt operatives have been deployed to strategic places for surveillance,” he said.

NAN reported that the spokesman called on members of the public to support and cooperate with the police and all other security agencies so as to ensure peace in the state.

“Parents and guardians are to warn their wards as the command will not hesitate to arrest and prosecute any person found flouting the law,” Majiya said.

He also advised people in the state to be security conscious and report any strange person(s) or item(s) to the nearest Police station for necessary action.