The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command has called on all residents of the nation’s capital city to be vigilant during the eclipse that has been forecast to occur on Thursday, as miscreants could take advantage of the situation to commit crime.

The police also warned anybody or group that is planning to exploit the climatic condition for criminal purposes to desist as security men would deal decisively with anyone arrested breaking the law.

FCT Police Commissioner, Muhammad Mustafa assured FCT resident that the Command has put in place adequate measures to provide water-tight security across FCT.

He said residents should report any suspicious movement to the nearest Police Station or contact the FCT Police Command 24/7 Emergency Help Lines, including 08032003913, 08061581938, 07057337653 and 08028940883.