Control of roaming cows in Abuja not police responsibility – Spokesperson
The Nigeria Police Force states controlling roaming cows in Abuja is not its mandate, only intervening if animals commit an offence or cause damage. Read More: https://punchng.com/control-of-roaming-cows-in-abuja-not-police-responsibility-spokesperson/
The Nigeria Police Force has clarified that the management of roaming cows in Abuja's Federal Capital Territory (FCT) does not fall under their jurisdiction. Police spokesperson Ani Iniedu stated this during a joint security spokespersons' briefing. According to Iniedu, the police would only step in if the roaming cows cause damage to property, trespass, or are involved in other offences.
He emphasized that the responsibility for controlling animals, including cattle, lies with the relevant environment authorities. The police would investigate any complaint formally lodged regarding offences allegedly committed by roaming cattle. The clarification comes as there has been increasing concern over the presence of cows roaming freely on major roads and public spaces in Abuja, raising issues of public safety, traffic, and potential property damage.
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