The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Kanayo Uzuegbu, has urged residents to ignore a criminally minded viral video from an unidentified individual advising them to sit-at-home on Monday, 21stand Tuesday, 22ndOctober 2024.

He described the advise and the reasons for it as baseless, unwarranted, and a deliberate attempt to incite fear and unrest in the State.

CP Kanayo in a statement made available to Journalists in Enugu on Sunday emphasises that Enugu State has long moved past such criminally motivated illegal sit-at-home orders or advise, which are often designed to destabilise the social, economic, and psychological well-being of the people under the guise of secessionist agitations.

The Commissioner encourages citizens to carry on with their lawful activities without fear or intimidation, assuring them that the police, in collaboration with other security agencies, are fully prepared to maintain peace and security across the State. He warns that any individuals or groups attempting to disrupt public order will be ruthlessly dealt with.

CP Kanayo also urges parents and guardians to warn their children and wards against being used for any act inimical to the peace and security of the State, warning that the legal consequences of such involvements will be dire.

Furthermore, the Commissioner enjoins residents of the State to stay vigilant, law-abiding, and report suspicious activities or individuals to the nearest police station. For emergencies, the public can contact the Enugu State Command via the following numbers: 08032003702, 08098880172, 08086671202, or email:infoenugupolice@gmail.com. (Sunday Independent)