Christmas Akwa Ibom Bans Sale And Use Of Bangers

The Commissioner of Police in Akwa Ibom State, Mr. Gabriel Achong, has

warned members of the public, particularly users and marketers of

explosives, such as firecrackers, to desist henceforth, as those

caught in the act would be made to face the full wrath of the law

during the Christmas period.



Achong, who gave the warning in a statement in Uyo, the state capital

yesterday, explained that the ban on the use of explosives, especially

during the Yuletide season, was to avoid distractions that would

create opportunity for hoodlums to perpetrate crimes and criminality

in the state.



The commissioner also warned the youths and persons who engage in

masquerading and cultural displays to conduct themselves peacefully

throughout the season, saying the police under his watch, will not

condone acts capable of breaching the peace.



"As the yuletide period approaches, marketers and buyers, who are in

the habit of using and dealing in explosives, such as firecrackers,

should desist henceforth as this could cause distractions and threat

to security", the statement partly read.



Achong restated the commitment and readiness of the men and officers

of his command to ensure the safety of lives and property of the

citizenry and residents, not just during the Christmas period, but at

all times.