It’s duty of citizens to report security threats, says PSC chair Arase

Solomon Arase, a former inspector-general of police (IGP), says it is the duty of citizens to report security threats to the relevant agencies.

Arase spoke on Friday at the opening of a Tastia Restaurant outlet in Gwarinpa, a district in the federal capital territory (FCT).

The chair of the Police Service Commission (PSC) said when any entity is setting up a business, they should have security tips and know the security agencies around them.

“The police are always there to ensure that businesses are safe,” he said.

“At the same time, members of the public owe it as a duty to always say something when they see something.

“We expect members of the public this season to give information to law enforcement agencies so that they’ll be able to deal with any security threats.

“This business, for instance, is well located, and Tastia has done a lot.

“I expect business owners to have certain tips when setting up businesses. They must know the security agencies around them. They should know the divisional police officer, divisional crime officer. That way, you tend to connect.

“The more criminal elements see them around you, the more it gives people the reassurance that everywhere is safe.”