Inspector General of Police, Gen Kale Kayihura has banned the traditional use of fireworks and burning tyres on New Year’s Eve, saying Ugandans must protect their precious lives and give no chance to terrorists to stRike.
From December 31 to January 1 it is forbidden “to use or carry on one’s person explosive material in public places or open spaces, light fires, burning tyres near petrol stations and inflammable places is prohibited,” a special radio order from the IGP’s office to all Police commanders said.
Gen. Kayihura addressing journalists at Naguru on Wednesday afternoon in preparation for the end of year festivities, also added: “We want people to have fireworks but since we are living in the era of terrorism, terrorists may use that savagely.
“Display of fireworks and burning tyres near petrol stations and inflammable places is prohibited.”
“We have different forms of terrorism these days. We have to be vigilant of all the people around us.
Musa Omusoga Mugalu, a renowned Kampala merrymaker says the police order is unlawful. He instead asked police to maintain law and order to avert criminal activities.
Crime preventers applauded
During today’s briefing Gen. Kayihura attributed alluded his community policing project saying that the public is now appreciating the role of crime preventers.
He however urged the public to remain vigilant and adhere to security measures as they celebrate the New Year’s Day.
TheUgandan’s findings show that police formations across the country are deploying thousands of men in churches, and locations like major markets and motor parks, an arrangement that is expected to continue till the New Year’s Day celebration.
Famed crime preventers have been trained in identifying suspicious faces will be deployed in churches to screen incoming worshippers.
