The Inspector General of Police, IGP, Usman Baba has ordered additional police operatives and crime prevention assets to strengthen security at Kaduna- Abuja expressway.
The directive is in response to the strike action by Kaduna State workers action.
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They are protesting the sack of over 7, 000 workers in the state.
“The IGP gave the directive as a proactive measure to protect communities and travelers in anticipation of increased traffic on Kaduna – Abuja expressway following the disruption of other means of transportation by industrial action in Kaduna State,” a statement by the Police reads.
According to the Police boss, ”the deployment is designed to enhance police visibility, prevent and neutralise possible criminal activities targeted at citizens plying the road.”
Baba called on citizens, particularly communities, transporters and commuters along Kaduna- Abuja expressway, to cooperate with security operatives deployed to their areas.
Citizens were also enjoined to be vigilant and promptly report suspicious movement or criminal activities in their localities to the Police.
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