The Delta State Commissioner of Police, Ari Muhammed Ali FCIA, PSC(+) has restated the ban on the use of fireworks in the state. He said the command will enforce all the extant laws prohibiting the use of fireworks such as ‘knock-out’, ‘banger’, and others, especially during this Yuletide season.
“Parents/Guardians are advised to guide their children and wards to desist from using them.
“Retailers of such goods are equally warned to withdraw from the sales of these products as anyone arrested will be prosecuted”, the police chief said in a statement.
Ari directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers and Tactical Commanders to ensure strict compliance with the ban on fireworks in their respective areas of coverage.
He revealed that undercover police operatives have been deployed for the purpose of arresting anyone found contravening the law.
The state police commissioner assured residents of their safety at all times, and called on the people to continue to partner with the police and other security agencies by providing useful information in their efforts at providing peaceful and secured environment for all.