Police in Kebbi State have prohibited the use of all sorts of fireworks or bangers otherwise known as “knock-out” throughout the state during festive period.
To reiterate this, the police command has organised operation show of force in Birnin Kebbi metropolis and environs with a view to ensuring peace in the state.
At a media briefing at the command’s headquarters in Birnin Kebbi yesterday, the state’s police commissioner, Ahmed Magaji Kontagora, said they would mobilise to ensure 24 hour patrol throughout the period.
Kontagora noted that the ban on fireworks during festive periods had become necessary following a lot of complaints of nuisance.
He also warned residents against engaging in unlawful activities as measures have been taken by the combined team of security personnel to bring them to book.
