The Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Suleiman Abba, has order the deployment of police strike force for maximum security throughout the festive period.

This was contained in a statement issued on Monday at the force headquarters by the Force Spokesman, Mr. Emmanuel Ojukwu.

The Inspector-General of Police also ordered the police air wing and the Marine Police to carry out air surveillance and water ways patrol respectively.

Abba directed all Zonal Assistant Inspectors-General of Police and Commissioners of Police in charge of state commands to put in place extended “police visibility and patrols.”

Abba advised operators of public places such as hotels, viewing and recreation centres to be vigilant and ensure that they properly screen all visitors/users of their facilities during the period.

“Members of the public are also urged to report any suspicious movement in their areas to the police,” he charged.

The force has announced the commencement of sales of forms for admission into its degree awarding institution in Kano, the Police Academy, Wudil.

A statement signed by the force spokesman, Mr. Emmanuel Ojukwu, yesterday, said the sales of the forms began on Nov. 12 and was expected to end on March 31, 2015.