The Lagos state police command have placed a ban on the use of fireworks, popularly called ‘Banger’ as the festive season approaches, Punch reports.
In a statement released yesterday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Kenneth Nwosu, the police said the ban was necessary to safeguard the lives and properties of Lagosians.
According to Nwosu, the command took the decision to avert the dangers usually associated with the use of fireworks during the harmattan season.
The statement read: “In a bid to ensure public safety and avert all dangers associated with the use of bangers and other fireworks especially during harmattan season, the Lagos State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that the use of such fireworks is banned.
“Parents and guardians are therefore advised to warn their children and wards to desist from the use of such fireworks to avoid being caught on the wrong side of the law as defaulters will be punished.”
The police also assured Lagosians of adequate security during the festive period.
