Police dismisses reports of take-over of Cross River councils by militants, assures residents of safety

News Express |10th Jul 2016 | 2,548
Police dismisses reports of take-over of Cross River councils by militants, assures residents of safety

The Cross River State Commissioner of Police, Jimoh Ozi-Obeh has debunked rumours that the militant group, Bakassi Strike Force has taken over the control of Akpabuyo and Bakassi Local Government Areas of the state.

The CP reacted to the rumours making rounds in an interview with Channels Television at the State Command in Calabar, the Cross River State capital.

According to him, the information is false and called on residents to go about their lawful activities without fear as all security operatives are up and doing to ensure the safety of lives and property.

He clearly stated that, the state is calm and free of militant activities.

•Photo shows Acting Police IG, Ibrahim Idris.

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