LG Boss Constitutes Surveillance Team On Waterways

The Chairman of Degema Local Government Council, Dr. Tony Philmoore, has constituted a civilian surveillance team that would complement the efforts of the joint task force and other security outfits to safeguard the Port Harcourt – Bille waterways.
According to the statement, “members of the surveillance team are now undergoing, security profiling by the relevant security authorities. When they are through with that they would be well kitted, fully operational and monitor the waterways from its length and breadth.
In the statement, Philmoore commiserated with youths from Bille over continual loss of lives on the waterways, and assured his administration’s commitment to safeguarding the waterways by strengthening security.
The council boss said he would not rest until sea pirates are tracked and brought to
justice. Phi/moore also appealed to commuters, boat drivers and other users of the sea route to
always be security conscious.
He advised them to report suspicious movements on the waterways, and warned boat
drivers and passengers not to ply the waterways as from 4.30 pm.
The council chairman warned deviant youths to change to a good life style, shun sea
piracy and other crimes as the long arm is waiting to deal with anyone no matter how
long the person may be under cover.
He equally advised parents to be concerned about the’ involvement of their wards.
noting that parents have the role to continue to insist c)n good behavior and morals.

By: Tamunoiminabo Fyneface