Following the killing of top Iranian Military Commander, General Qasem Soleimani by the United States and the pledge by Iran to revenge, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Mohammed Abubakar Adamu has placed all Police Formations, Zonal Commands and State Police Commands on Red Alert.
This followed intelligence reports showing that certain interests sympathetic to Iran may by planning to cash in on the tensed situation of the General’s killing to cause havoc.
Making the disclosure in a statement titled, ‘Death of Iranian General: IGP Places Policemen on Red Alert Nationwide’, Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Frank Mba said, “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.” Nigeria News
