Rwanda National Police (RNP) has commended the community for their responsiveness during the festive season, which was celebrated in peace and tranquility.
The RNP spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Boniface Rutikanga said that the security situation was generally calm across the country and thanked the public’s partnership and responsible behaviour.
The spokesperson observed that musical events, prayer services and other joyous occasions were held with no distressing incidents.
“Rwandans celebrated in the usual secure environment minding their safety and following guidelines. There were, however, a few cases related to theft especially mobile phones, and a violent incident resulting from drunkenness which led to the loss of two lives,” ACP Rutikanga said.
On road security, he said, two fatal incidents were also recorded.
He asked the public to desist from drunkenness, which influences violent behaviors and fatal road accidents.
He urged Rwandans to embrace Gerayo Amahoro campaign to make road safety a choice and culture.
The spokesperson said that the Gerayo Amahoro campaign and related operations have responded positively especially on the issue of drunk driving.
Previously, he added, between 100 and 150 people would be arrested for drunk driving every day, and that today, those caught over this violation are not more than 15.
The Mayor of City of Kigali, Samuel Dusengiyumva, said that in partnership with security organs and other entities, they devised an effective transport system that facilitated easy movement of people to join their families and friends for the festivities.
The Mayor embarked on the ongoing national TunyweLess campaign, which he emphasized that it is not only meant to encourage particularly the youth to drink responsibly but also to ensure a healthy living.
He appealed to hospitality establishments and other facilities to contain musical sound to avoid noise pollution.
