The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Police Command, CP Bethrand C. Onuoha, has banned the use of fireworks, popularly known as “Knockout” or “Banga,” in the state.
He issued the directive while briefing members of the Command Management Team at the Command Headquarters in Lokoja.
The CP further disclosed that some criminal elements use fireworks to commit heinous crimes, and as such, the Command will not allow these acts of criminality to continue in the state.
He advised parents and guardians to warn their children and wards to desist from playing with fireworks in the state, adding that officers have been directed to arrest and prosecute anyone who violates this order.
He also warned that any shop owner who sells or supplies fireworks (Banga) in the state will be arrested and prosecuted accordingly. He urged law-abiding Kogites to report any shops selling fireworks to the nearest law enforcement agents.
In conclusion, the Commissioner of Police assured the people of Kogi State that the police, in synergy with other security agencies, are fully committed to ensuring the safety of life and property in the state.
He called on all law-abiding citizens to cooperate and support by reporting any suspicious activities or objects within their communities to the nearest security agents for prompt action.
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