With barely three days to Eid El Kabir, the Lagos State Police Command, has directed the deployment of additional one thousand policemen to boost the number of men designated for that purpose in the Command’s Operations Order.

According to Commissioner of Police, Imohimi Edgal, who gave the directive, this is to ensure a hitch free Sallah celebration through effective coverage of the prayer grounds, holiday spots and the neighbourhoods.

Edgal said specialised units like the Explosive Ordinance Department, the Canine section, Police dogs, the Air support unit, Marine police and the Mounted troops, Horsemen, have been activated and sufficiently mobilised to guarantee security during the holidays.

He assured Lagosians that the Command was committed to their security before, during and after the holiday, admonishing the city dwellers to be security conscious and enjoy moderately during the holiday.

The Police Boss who spoke through Police Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Police Chike Oti, wished Muslim faithfuls happy Eid El Kabir celebration.