By Sarah NEGEDU
Security presence across the Federal Capital Territory tightened on Friday, as the Commissioner of Police, CP Miller Dantawaye, led what the Command described as a confidence-building patrol of mosques and recreational centres within the Abuja metropolis.
A statement issued by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, explained that the operation was part of plans to secure the city during the Christmas and New Year festivities.
Adeh added that the Commissioner undertook the patrol to physically assess security arrangements at strategic public locations.
According to her, “Today, Friday, 26th December 2025, the Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, personally led a confidence-building security patrol of mosques and recreational centres within the Abuja Metropolitan Area.
“The patrol forms part of the Command’s ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of residents and visitors during the festive period. By physically assessing security arrangements at key public locations, the Commissioner of Police reaffirmed the Command’s proactive posture in crime prevention and public safety management.”
The Command also highlighted ongoing deployments across the territory, stating that, “This strategic patrol is designed to complement the robust security deployments already in place across the FCT, including visible patrols, intelligence-led operations, and close collaboration with sister security agencies.”
Adeh said the measures were aimed at deterring crime and maintaining a peaceful environment throughout the holidays.
She further added that the Commissioner reassuring resident, “The Commissioner of Police reassured residents of the FCT of the Command’s unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property, while urging members of the public to remain vigilant and cooperate with police operatives by promptly reporting any suspicious activities through the Command’s emergency numbers.”
