The Ondo State Police Command has disclosed that operatives will be deployed to strategic locations across the state to ensure crime free festivities during the Easter period.
According to the command, operatives will provide adequate security at worship centres, recreational centres, major highways, markets, and other critical public spaces.
In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Abayomi Jimoh, residents of the state as well as visitors were assured of secured environment, urging everyone to celebrate the festive period without fear or apprehension.
While disclosing that the deployment was intelligence-driven, the police spokesperson stressed that specialised units, including tactical teams and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal – Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (EOD-CBRN) Unit, have been mobilised.
Abayomi, who also added that Police Mobile Force and State Intelligence operatives are also on the ground to carry out both covert and overt operations against emerging security threats, appealed to residents to be vigilant and promptly report actionable intel.
“Residents are encouraged to go about their lawful activities, attend places of worship, travel, and participate in social gatherings with confidence, knowing that adequate security coverage has been assured,” the PPRO stated.
