The Delta State Police Command on Thursday assured Nigerians and other African countries who will take part in the AFCON qualifier and International friendly match billed to take place at the Stephen Keshi Township Stadium, Asaba on the 22nd and 26th of March, 2019, of adequate security.
In a statement by the State Acting Police Public Relations officer, ASP Chuks Orisewezie, the Command said it is expecting visitors from other African countries especially, Seychelles and Egypt, among others.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Adeyinka Adeleke assured all and sundry that adequate security has been put in place, for their safety and security before, during and after the event.
According to the statement, “Operation order has been drawn-up and well trained security personnel deployed to all the nooks and crannies of the State, escort provided for the players and officials.
“The deployed personnel have been briefed on the rules of engagement and professional code of conduct in line with international best practices in the discharge of their duties to ensure a hitch-free fiesta. He enjoins Deltans to be security conscious and report any crime to the Police or other security agencies nearest to them.”
The Command therefore, urged Nigerians to extend their warm hospitality which Nigeria is known for during their stay as they will be lodging in Hotels, and visiting other places of importance.
“The Nigerian National team, the Super Eagle has already arrived while other nationals will be arriving soon,” the statement added.
The Command also reiterated that Delta is peaceful and admonished parents and guardians “to warn their children and wards not to engage themselves in any act capable of breaching the existing peace as adequate sanctions will be meted to any person(s) found wanting.”
