The Polícia da República de Moçambique (PRM) has clarified that there is no connection between the cancellation of officers’ leave and the ban on issuing new licenses with the upcoming trial of political figure Venâncio Mondlane, which is scheduled for 17 November.
Dércio Samuel, the PRM’s spokesperson in Nampula, stated that the measures are designed to ensure adequate security during the forthcoming festive season. He emphasised that the police are prepared to implement various operations aimed at maintaining safety during this busy period.
As we approach the festive season, the police undertakes multiple operations. The focus is indeed on ensuring safety during the festivities. We are on alert to facilitate the secure movement of people and their property throughout the province. Thus, the comments circulating on social media are merely opinions. The Provincial Command’s plans are fundamentally aimed at guaranteeing the free movement of individuals and their assets during this time, Samuel said, as reported by Carta de Moçambique.
Samuel also noted that it is not the first time such measures have been taken, regretting the dissemination of an internal document on social media. Regrettably, that document was shared online. However, every festive season, the PRM requests its personnel, including operational officers, to enhance protection efforts during this period, he added.
