Nigeria joined other nations to mark Good Friday and start the Easter festivities. On Friday, safety businesses beefed up safety in several elements of the nation to forestall unsavoury incidents.
The Nigeria Police, the Nigeria Safety and Civil Defence Corps, the army, Division of State Service, and the Federal Highway Security Corps heightened safety surveillance nationwide. They deployed key personnel to strategic places, such as worship centres, procuring malls, amusement parks, and leisure centres.
The DSS urged Nigerians to stay vigilant throughout the Easter interval and suggested they report attempts by criminals to perpetrate crimes throughout the celebration.
The Director of Public Relations and Strategic Communications, DSS, Peter Afunanya, disclosed this in a press release on Friday.
The assertion is, “Consequent upon these, everyone seems to be urged to be vigilant, and the report attempts to breach safety to related legislation enforcement businesses. The DSS website is www.dss.gov.ng, and phone numbers are +234915 339 1309 and +234 908 837 3514. Stay related for public guidance.”
Afunanya suggested Christians within the nation steer clear of illicit medication and extreme consumption of alcohol, amongst others.
“Equally, celebrants are suggested to chorus from such behaviours as illicit medication and extreme alcoholism in addition to rejecting all types of bigotry and different social vices throughout the ceremony. They’re, subsequently, implored to resume their dedication to the peace and unity of Nigeria and work in the direction of her inclusiveness,” he said.
He urged Christians to be taught by Jesus Christ and apply his perspective to their everyday affairs.
Afunanya stated, “The Director-Basic, administration and employees of the Division of State Companies want to felicitate the Christian trustworthy on the celebration of Easter. It additionally uses this chance to name Nigerians to attract classes from the forbearance and humility of Jesus Christ and apply the identical of their everyday affairs.
“The Service reminds them to use the occasion that illustrates sacrifice and forgiveness to refocus their love for each other, the nation and humanity at large. On this observe, residents are inspired to exercise self-control, self-discipline and compassion in their dealings and conduct. The Service enjoins them to eschew bitterness, disloyalty, false information, hate speech and violence.”
Lagos, Ogun
The Assistant Inspector-Basic of Police, Zone 2 Command, Onikan, Lagos, Mr Olatoye Durosinmi, assured residents of Lagos and Ogun states of sufficient safety throughout the Easter celebrations.
The AIG gave the peace of mind in a press release on Friday signed by the Zonal Public Relations Officer, SP Umma Ayuba.
Durosinmi directed the Commissioners of Police in Lagos and Ogun states, tactical model commanders, and all officers within the zone to implement heightened safety measures throughout the area.
The assertion learns partly, “The safety measures embrace elevated patrols and safety presence in spiritual centres, procuring malls, vacationer sights, marketplaces, business districts, social gatherings and residential areas.
“Highways and main roads, motor parks, garages, rest centres, practice stations and bus terminals, important nationwide infrastructure, authorities, and personal property are also included.
“These measures are designed to ensure the protection and safety of all residents throughout the Easter vacation.
“The Site visitor’s stream may also be intently monitored to minimise congestion and preserve easy motion throughout the festive interval.”
The police boss, who wished all residents of Lagos and Ogun states a contented and peaceful Easter celebration, inspired them to have a good time freely without worry of harassment or violence.
Rivers
In Rivers State, the police and the NSCDC stated acceptable measures had been taken to forestall any breach of the peace throughout the Easter celebration.
The police spokesperson within the state, Grace Iringe-Koko, and her NSCDC counterpart, Olufemi Ayodele, disclosed this in separate statements issued in Port Harcourt on Friday.
The 2 safety businesses extended their felicitations to the great individuals of the state, particularly Christians, on the occasion of Easter and urged them to wish for God’s safety and peace in Rivers State.
Iringe-Koko said, “The Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Command, Olatunji Disu, has ordered the deployment of officers throughout the state to ensure the safety of lives and property throughout the Easter celebration.
“In his operational order, the CP directed all space commanders, tactical commanders, and divisional cops to deploy personnel and allocate sources to strategic places inside their areas of accountability.
“These places include church buildings, parks, occasion centres, and entry and exit routes within the state.
“Officers deployed on the highways have been instructed to take care of an excessive stage of vigilance and professionalism while finishing up their duties.
“Non-secular leaders, conventional leaders, dad and mom, and guardians are suggested to warn their kids and wards in opposition to participating in illegal actions throughout the celebration.”
The state NSCDC Commandant, Basil Igwebueze, assured residents of the state of a peaceable and hitch-free Easter.
Igwebueze stated all heads of division, unit heads, space commanders, divisional officers, and site supervisors had been directed to ensure the suitable deployment of personnel in strategic factors to forestall any criminality earlier than, throughout and after the celebration.
He stated that the two 300 personnel deployed have been drawn from varied models and departments of the command, such as the marine unit, arms squad, counterterrorism unit, anti-vandal unit, intelligence unit, anti-human trafficking and unlawful migration unit, amongst others.
Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command stated it had deployed 2,313 officers and men to tighten security around various worship centres and amusement parks throughout the Easter celebration.
The state Commissioner of Police, Waheed Ayilara, disclosed this in a press release by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Odiko Macedon, on Friday.
The assertion was titled, ‘Akwa Ibom CP felicitates with Christian trustworthy, deploys 2,313 personnel’.
“The CP, thanking God for the prevailing peace within the state, congratulated Pastor Umo Bassey Eno’s federal government on its developmental strides.
“He significantly prayed for the peace and progress of Akwa Ibom State and called on the great individuals of the state to stay steadfast in their pursuit of peace, unity, and progress.
“To ensure a peaceful Easter holiday celebration, the Commissioner of Police has deployed 2,313 officers and men of the command in strategic places, such as worship centres, motor parks, amusement centres, and so on, to offer top-notch safety before, during, and after the Easter celebrations.”
Equally, the state command of the FRSC stated it had deployed 662 personnel, including particular marshals, to boost its visibility and guarantee a free flow of visitors throughout the celebration.
It additionally deployed ten patrol cars, two ambulances and a tow truck to protect important areas efficiently, provide immediate rescue and response to misery calls, and speedily eliminate obstructions from the highways throughout the interval.
This was contained in a press release by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Paul O. James, titled, ‘Easter celebration: Want for security consciousness’, which was made obtainable in Uyo on Friday.
Abia
Abia State’s safety businesses introduced plans to secure the Easter celebration for residents.
Whereas the state police command stated it had activated ‘Operation Order’ (Op-Order) for a safer Easter celebration, the state Commandant of the NSCDC, Usman Alfadarai, additionally assured the residents of the state of sufficient safety of lives and property throughout the interval.
A press release by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Maureen Chinaka, quoted the Commissioner of Police, Kenechukwu Onwumelie, as saying, “The command has activated Operation Order (Op-Order) inserting sufficient safety measures earlier than, throughout, and after the Easter celebrations. Officers have been deployed to ensure security and safety throughout Abia State.
“Common and particular patrols of important public areas and roads in Abia state are ongoing as a part of many covert and overt actions to ensure the Easter celebration is hitch-free”.
The NSCDC commandant scaled up safety for the Easter interval after a quarterly evaluation assembly at the NSCDC headquarters in Umuahia and directed space commanders, divisional officers, and heads of tactical models to be on “yellow” and guarantee a hitch-free celebration.
Delta
The Commissioner of Police in Delta State, Olufemi Abaniwonda, assured residents and non-residents of the state that the command is ready to ensure a hitch-free celebration of the Easter festivities following the large deployment of officers.
This was contained in a press release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shiny Edafe, on Friday.
In line with the assertion, the CP directed all space commanders, divisional cops and commanders of the assorted tactical groups within the command “to intensify their visibility throughout the state, to forestall, fight and the same time, counter severe and violent crimes throughout the Easter vacation interval and past.”
The assertion partly shows, “The CP famous that the police would concentrate on particular crime consciousness and prevention operations in addition to focusing on crimes widespread over the celebration.
“He additionally suggested that the general public be alert and law-abiding, actively instrumental in policing their surroundings, and assist the police in the combat against criminality throughout the Easter period.”
Tinubu, govs’ messages
In the meantime, President Bola Tinubu and governors of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Edo, Godwin Obaseki; and Kwara, AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq, amongst others, shared messages of hope and prosperity in separate statements.
Tinubu stated that as Christians, they have a good time with the victory of life over loss of life, exemplified by the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and Nigeria would conquer its challenges.
He thanked Nigerians for making sacrifices for the previous ten months of his administration, affirming his dedication to steering the nation on a path of “restoration and sustainable development.”
In a press release signed by his Particular Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, the President joined the Christian trustworthy to commemorate Easter, which he described as “a major second and a wonderful celebration of the triumph of life over loss of life.”
Ngelale stated Tinubu “warmly greets Christians in Nigeria and worldwide on this event, emphasising love, sacrifice, and compassion as the patent themes of this solemn season.”
He additionally stated that the sacrifice of Jesus Christ for humanity was an emphatic lesson for leaders.
He urged Nigerians to yield to selflessness and compassion and be steadfast in pursuing a united, peaceable, and affluent nation.
“The President strongly commends Nigerians for the sacrifices they’ve made previously in the past few months for the nation to be steered to the trail of restoration and sustainable development,” stated Ngelale.
He assured residents that the persistent seeds they had sown were starting to sprout and would very quickly yield an abundance of excellent fruits.
On his part, Sanwo-Olu urged Christians in the state to reflect on the sacrifice and love that Jesus Christ confirmed to mankind through his crucifixion and resurrection.
He additionally urged Lagosians to be peaceable and maintain the peace and tranquillity that the state was identified for throughout the Easter festivities.
Sanwo-Olu additionally advocated that the autumn within the greenback fee also needs to be mirrored in the price of items available in the market because the naira is getting stronger.
The governor said these on Friday after the mixed particular prayers for Nigeria and President Bola Tinubu in commemoration of the Easter and Ramadan celebrations at Lagos Home, Ikeja, by a press release by the Particular Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Governor, Gboyega Akosile.
Obaseki equally charged Christians throughout the nation to mirror the importance of Good Friday by imbibing the virtues of sacrifice, love, tolerance and selflessness.
The governor stated in a press release, “I have a good time with our Christian brothers and sisters as we mark Good Friday, a remembrance of Jesus Christ’s sacrifice on Calvary for the redemption of mankind.
“I urge everybody to, within the spirit of the season, reflect today’s importance by imbibing the virtues of sacrifice, love, tolerance, and selflessness.”
The Kwara State governor appealed to the Christians within the nation to grab the Easter celebration event to resume their religion in God and unite for nationwide and collective development.
In his Easter message, signed by his chief press secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor heartily congratulated the Christian groups within the state and throughout Nigeria during the Easter celebration.
He stated, “Easter evokes the time-tested themes of affection, sacrifice, compassion, unity, and the triumph of good over evil in totally different instances.
“The sacrifice of Jesus Christ to inform the flock and the enduring legacy he left for humanity name for deeper reflection right now and at all times.”
The Deputy Senate President, Senator Jibrin Barau, rejoiced with Christians within the nation.
Barau, in a press release by his Particular Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, congratulated Christians on the successful completion of the Lenten season, a 40-day interval of fasting and prayer that culminated in the Easter celebration.
He urged Christians to imbibe Jesus Christ’s teachings and the teachings of Easter, which emphasise peace, love, perseverance, and forgiveness.
Equally, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Kogi Central Senatorial District lawmaker, felicitated the Christian trustworthy and all Nigerians as they had a good time Easter.
She lauded Christ’s selfless love for humanity and urged Nigerians to emulate his virtues and dwell in peace and love.
Benin monarch
Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, requested that God and his ancestors heal Nigeria throughout Easter.
The prayer was contained in a message of congratulation signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Oba, Osaigbovo Iguobaro, on Friday.
The assertion says, “The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has referred to as God and his ancestors to heal Nigeria throughout the Easter celebration.
“The royal father admonishes Christian trustworthy to be Christ-like and pray ardently to God for forgiveness of sins and ask God to heal the nation”.
“The Oba urges Christians to emulate Christ’s virtues in their everyday lives, attract power from the message of hope provided by Jesus’s sacrifice, and promote virtues of affection and cohesion, regardless of their challenges.”
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