The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, CP Miller Dantawaye, has deployed officers to worship centres and other public places across the territory to ensure adequate security.
Dantawaye said the proactive deployment is aimed at guaranteeing a peaceful, secure and hitch-free celebration for residents and visitors in the FCT.
According to him, police personnel have been strategically positioned at places of worship, recreational and event centres, major highways, motor parks and other public spaces.
“These deployments are complemented by increased visibility policing and intelligence-led patrols. Identified black spots, uncompleted buildings and shanties that may be exploited by criminal elements are being closely monitored and, where necessary, raided to forestall criminal activities,” he said.
In a statement, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, said the command remains committed to sustaining peace, safety and public order across the territory as it transitions into 2026.
Tactical units, rapid response squads, and patrol teams are actively engaged, supported by intensified vehicular and foot patrols across the FCT. The Command is also working in close collaboration with sister security agencies to ensure comprehensive and coordinated security coverage throughout the festive period.
“In addition, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) units have been deployed to conduct routine sweeps at places of worship and other public gathering points, in line with directives of the Inspector-General of Police. General security monitoring has equally been heightened to promptly detect and neutralise any threat to public safety.
“The Command wishes to reiterate that the use of fireworks, firecrackers, banga, knock-out, or any similar explosive devices is prohibited within the FCT. Members of the public are advised to desist from such acts, as anyone found in possession or use of these items will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
“The Commissioner of Police therefore urges all residents to remain law-abiding and vigilant, and to promptly report any suspicious persons, movements, or items to the nearest police station or through the FCT Police Command emergency lines
She disclosed that, in line with the 2025 festive season operational order, the command has deployed 2,202 police personnel across the FCT to enhance security and maintain public order.
