Eid-el-Fitri: Oyo Police Command Felicitates With Muslims, Promises Water-Tight Security
•By Oyeniyi Awojoodu
IBADAN – Oyo State Police Command has congratulated the Muslim faithful across the state and in the country at large over the celebration of 2025 Eid-el-Fitri.
Just as the Command promised adequate security of lives and properties during and after the celebration.
A statement signed by the state police public relations officer, CSP Osifeso Adewale on behalf of the state commissioner of Police CP Johnson Oluwole Adenola stated that “the Federal Government has designated Monday, March 31st, and Tuesday, April 1st, 2025, as the official dates for the Eid-El-Fitr celebrations.
“In light of this, CP Johnson O. Adenola, psc, Commissioner of Police for Oyo State Command, extends warm wishes for joyful festivities to the entire Muslim community in Oyo State. He affirms that comprehensive security measures have been implemented to ensure peace and safety during the holiday period and beyond.
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“To support these efforts, the Command will be beaming its focus on all critical infrastructures within the state, including places of worship, recreation centers, public areas, correctional facilities, media organizations, and all entry and exit points within and around Oyo State.
“In accordance with standard operational procedures (SOP), the CP has instructed Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, and Heads of Tactical Teams to take charge of security operations within their Areas of jurisdiction.
“These operations will involve intelligence-led motorized patrols, rigorous stop-and-search efforts, surveillance routines, and targeted raids aimed at combating criminal activities.
“Additionally, the Command has increased layers of supervision of its field operatives during the holidays and beyond to ensure the highest level of professionalism as they discharge their duties.
“As the Command congratulates the Muslim faithful and the broader community on the successful conclusion of the month of Ramadan, it reaffirms its commitment at guaranteeing the safety of lives and properties of all residents in Oyo State.
“Lastly, the Oyo State Police Command appeals to the general public to report any suspicious occurrences to the following specified response contacts;
the Oyo State Call Response Center at 615 or the Police Control Room numbers on: 08081768614, 09054133071, and 09061299291.
“Remember, if you see something, say something. Together, we can enhance the safety and security of our community.
Wishing everyone a happy Eid-El-Fitr celebrations!