Soldiers, Policemen Deployed In Kuje Over Alleged Terrorists’ Threat

Following the report of panic in Kuje in Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory over threats by terrorists to attack the correction facility there, the Nigeria Police Force and the Army have deployed personnel to communities in the area to foil any attack.

LEADERSHIP had reported that some residents of Kuje were living in fear after terrorists allegedly threatened to attack the correctional facility.

But the police denied the threat, describing it as false.

Spokesperson of the FCT police command, SP Josephine Adeh, said the commissioner of police, Ahmed Sanusi, has deployed personnel to the area.

She said, “The FCT police command is aware of recent publications circulating across online platforms alleging security threats within Kuje area of the FCT, particularly around Wowo Garage in Chibiri, Shadadi Village, Shetuko Village, Kango Village and Passali where a large presence of security personnel on patrol was allegedly sighted.

“Following a detailed investigation into these claims, the command wishes to clearly state that these publications are false, misleading and originated from mischief makers seeking to spread fear and panic within the community for their mischievous purposes.

“While robust deployments and routine patrols are ongoing within the area as a proactive measure to ensure public safety, they should not be misunderstood as indicators of possible threats.

“The commissioner of police FCT, CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi has deployed personnel in and around the communities to forestall any possible security breach and further reassure residents of their safety, and the command’s commitment to the protection of lives and property across the FCT.”

Residents of the area had received messages in different WhatsApp groups urging them to observe the curfew put in place by some security operatives between 6pm and 6am.

When our correspondent spoke to some residents of Kuje, it was confirmed that the curfew was in place in some areas and the military were actively directing residents and businesses to close on time.

A resident, John Ugwu, said, “The curfew is real and it is been observed in my area. The military are patrolling my area and asked shops and businesses to close by 7pm.”