Following the resurgence of kidnapping along the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun has ordered massive deployment of police personnel to stop further attacks on innocent passengers and road users.
The IGP, has also directed the directing the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), Operations, Ede Ayuba Ekpeji, on strict supervision of the personnel detailed for Operations along the route. He said that the proactive step is aimed at reassuring citizens and travelers of their safety, as the increased presence of security forces in the region will act as a deterrent to criminal activities.
Egbetokun, in a statement signed by the force public relations officer Olumiyiwa Adejobi, reads.
“In response to the growing concerns regarding security along the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has implemented robust measures to enhance safety and security in the region.
Recognizing the paramount importance of securing this critical transportation artery, the IGP has intensified deployments of Police Officers and security paraphernalia, leveraging advanced technology and strategic resources to bolster the overall security infrastructure along the route.
The IGP, while directing the DIG Operations, DIG Ede Ayuba Ekpeji, on strict supervision of the personnel detailed for Operations along the route, reiterated that the proactive step aims to reassure citizens and travelers of their safety, as the increased presence of security forces in the region will act as a deterrent to criminal activities.
The Inspector-General of Police while emphasizing the collaboration between various security agencies and concerned communities in the region, urges the public to remain vigilant, report any suspicious activities, and cooperate with security personnel as the collective effort is crucial in maintaining the security and well-being of all residents and travelers. He assures the public that these strengthened security measures are part of an ongoing commitment to ensuring a secure and peaceful environment.