The Borno State Police Command has conducted an assessment and confidence-building patrol in Maiduguri to evaluate the impact of the recent flooding that affected the state capital and surrounding areas.
In a statement released on Saturday by the Supervising Police Public Relations Officer, Superintendent of Police Ahmed Wakil, the purpose of the patrol was to reassure the public and reaffirm the police command’s commitment to maintaining law and order in light of the challenges posed by the flood.
During the patrol, the statement noted that “the Commissioner of Police, Yusufu Lawal, visited Maiduguri Monday Market, Bulabulin, and the Gwange area to strengthen public trust and enhance the relationship between the police and the community.” This aligns with the belief that “the people are the police, and the police are the people.”
The statement also mentioned that “the CP inspected the Police Divisional Headquarters at Bulabulin and Gwange, both of which were affected by the flood, to assess the extent of the damage and offer words of encouragement to officers and men.”
“The support is intended to motivate them to continue their efforts in ensuring public safety and security,” it added.
Additionally, “the CP Yusufu deployed police personnel at Gwange Cemetery and inspected the submerged and partially collapsed perimeter fence,” it said.
The statement urged members of the public to maintain a safe distance from the cemetery and cooperate with the police during the execution of their lawful duties.
(PUNCH)