Juliet Jacob 
ABUJA, Nigeria – The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command is urging residents to report emergencies promptly, warning that delays in distress calls can cost lives.
In a statement issued on Friday, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, says early communication significantly improves police response time and enhances public safety across the territory.
The Commissioner of Police reaffirms that the FCT’s emergency response system remains efficient and dependable, urging residents not to hesitate when faced with security threats or life-threatening situations.
“Prompt reporting allows our officers to respond swiftly and effectively,” Adeh says, stressing that early alerts can make “the difference between life and death”.
Residents are encouraged to keep the FCT Police emergency contact number — 08032003913 — easily accessible at all times.
The advisory forms part of broader efforts by the command to strengthen community-police cooperation, improve trust and ensure rapid intervention during critical incidents.
Security experts say timely emergency reporting remains a vital tool in crime prevention and emergency management, particularly in urban centres such as Abuja.
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