Police spokesperson, Fred Enanga has revealed that the joint security teams will have a robust presence at the venue of the controversial Nyege Nyege festival to curb crime.<\/p>\n
There has been a heated debate amongst members of the public after parliament attempted to block the annual festival when the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among said they would not allow the event to take place over morality concerns.<\/p>\n
In a turn of events, Premier Robinah Nabbanja okayed the festival on a condition that set guidelines would be followed.<\/p>\n
The security guidelines from police follow another set of the same from the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance.<\/p>\n
Among other guidelines issued by Enanga, revellers have been urged to avoid accepting drinks from people they do not know. He has also advised revellers to stick with their friends and keep an eye on each other.<\/p>\n
The police have also vowed to curb; loitering, leering, trailing lone or intoxicated individuals, harassment of females especially young female adults, committing acts sexual violence, physical assaults, robberies and thefts, among other crimes.<\/p>\n
Below are some of the guidelines issued by Enanga;<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure you have transport money or means to and from the venue.\u00a0 And have a plan for getting home safety.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Stick with your friend and keep an eye on each other.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Do not pick up drinks at random, you have no way of knowing what is in them.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Drugs will not be tolerated at the event.\u00a0 And there will be a very strict search policy in place by police.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Do not leave your drinks and property including bags and mobile phones unattended. We would also urge people not to bring unnecessary bags to the event.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Keep valuables close at all times.\u00a0 Keep wallets and purses out of sight.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 We anticipate predatory behavior from sex predators, targeting young adults and women. Be on the look-out for potential sex predators spotting and stalking you.\u00a0 We shall be on the look-out.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Do not enter into a camping site or tent without your will. Avoid any compromising situations like lone movements especially at night. Entering a tent can easily lead to acts of victimization including sexual violence.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Notify medics and police in case a health concern arises.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 While at the venue, revelers should make sure they are aware of the surroundings. They should report any suspicious object or persons to the police or the organizers<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Revelers should pay attention to where they can exit from at the venue and have a plan in case thy need to leave quickly.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The open waters of the R. Nile are discouraged for swimming.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure your camp or tent is not left unsupervised.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 When buying a ticket, ensure it is bought directly from the event organisers.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 When you are finished using your phone -put it away. Thieves can grab a phone from a table in seconds.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Victims of sexual abuse or violence should take courage and immediately report to the police for investigations and post-rape treatment.<\/p>\n
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