One thousand seven hundred and fifteen police personnel have been deployed to all Muslim worship centers, nooks and crannies in Delta State.

According to the State Police Command, this is to step up security in statutory mandate of securing lives and properties, maintaining peace and order at all times.

Commissioner of Police, CP Ari Muhammed Ali, urged the public to continue to assist and collaborate with the police and other security agencies to enable them serve the people of the state better.

He admonished them to be security conscious and take appropriate measures towards personal protection and their personal effects, not only at home but also in public places such as markets, worship centers, shopping malls and highways.

Ali extend his warmest felicitation to all the Muslim Ummah resident in the state who are celebrating the Eid el-Fitr, saying the month of Ramadan not only brings blessing but is also believed to instill in adherents the value of sustained and patient acquired to be part of daily lives.

He says the lesson from the season urges all to shun differences and exhorts to promote harmony with the aim to show love and affection for each other according to Allah’s teachings.

In his words, people should remember that Eid is the epitome of collective happiness and its blessing should be spread amongst all.

He enjoined everyone while engaging in the celebration of Eid el-Fitr to please adhere to all Covid-19 protocols at all time to help curtail the spread of the pandemic.

His statement is contained in a news statement made available by Acting Police Public Relations Officer, DSP. Edafe Bright.