As part of measures to ensure a safe and peaceful Yuletide season, the Delta State Police Command has reiterated that the ban on fireworks remains in force and will be strictly enforced.
The ban, according to the state Commissioner of Police, Olufemi Abaniwonda, covers “The use, sale, and display of pyrotechnics, including fireworks and firecrackers known as ‘knockouts’ and ‘bangers’.”
This was contained in a statement signed by the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, and made available to journalists in Warri on Thursday.