THE Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr. Solomon Arase, has warned that the ban on the use of fireworks is still in force.
He gave the warning yesterday in a statement by the Force spokesperson, Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Olabisi Kolawole, in Abuja.
“It has come to the knowledge of the Nigeria Police Force that some Nigerians have started using fireworks and firecrackers in anticipation of the yuletide celebrations,” he said.
He said the security situation in parts of the country did not warrant the use of fireworks or knock-outs.
Arase added that the warning became crucial as there were reports that hoodlums were now using fireworks to confuse Nigerians to carry out their nefarious activities.
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