As the assassination, last Friday, of Iranian top General Qassim Soleimani, continues to create ripples around the would, Nigeria has taken urgent steps to stop any group from creating trouble to avenge the General’s death.
A release issued in Abuja by the the Force Public Relations Officer, Mr. Frank Mba, a Deputy Commissioner of Police, said the Police High Command has directed some Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIGs, and state commissioners of police, CPs, to ensure maximum surveillance and security in their respective zones and areas of jurisdiction.
On Sunday, Iran began state funeral rites for General Soleimani who was highly revered by his people but terribly disdained by the West which accused him of allegedly causing the death of thousands of American troops and servicemen in the troubled Middle East, and reportedly spreading terror around the world.
Citing credible intelligence, Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Mohammed Adamu, on Sunday, placed the police on high alert to frustrate people who, he said, were plotting to cause mayhem in the country as their response to Soleimani’s assassination.
Below is the full text of the release:
DEATH OF IRANIAN GENERAL: IGP PLACES POLICEMEN ON RED ALERT NATIONWIDE
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Mohammed Adamu has placed Police Commands and Formations nationwide on red alert. This proactive measure follows Intelligence Report that sequel to the recent killing of an Iranian General; some domestic interests are planning to embark on massive public disturbances and sabotage.
Consequently, Zonal AIGs and Command Commissioners of Police have been directed to ensure maximum surveillance and security of lives and property across the nation.
The Police Commanders have been directed to ensure strategic deployments of both overt and covert Police operatives to ensure adequate security and safety of citizens, foreigners, especially diplomats and diplomatic missions domiciled in Nigeria as well as the protection of critical national assets.
Meanwhile, the IGP has assured all Nigerians and foreigners resident in Nigeria of adequate security. He has equally warned all potential troublemakers to steer clear of the streets and territory of Nigeria.
DCP FRANK MBA
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters
Abuja