End-of-year festivities: Togo focuses on vigilance with "KÈLIGOU" operation

In a context marked by an upsurge in acts of insecurity in the run-up to the festive season, the Ministry of Security and Civil Protection has announced the launch of Operation KÈLIGOU, a special operation designed to reinforce security throughout the country.

The press release, signed on December 21, 2024 by Ambassador Calixte Batossie Madjoulba, details the measures taken to ensure a peaceful atmosphere during this festive period.

A proactive response to insecurity

The end-of-year period often sees an increase in crime, delinquency and road accidents. With this in mind, Operation KÈLIGOU, which means "vigilance" in the local language, was launched on December 20, 2024. This initiative, coordinated by Togolese security forces, aims to prevent and repress acts that threaten public tranquillity.

Increased security

The operation is being deployed through a number of actions in the field, including : Local and security patrols, day and night, to ensure a continuous presence of law enforcement officers.
Identity and roadside checks, to verify compliance with the rules in force and identify any suspicious behavior.
Strike operations and area controls to deter all forms of banditry.
Arrests, leading to police custody if necessary.

Call for vigilance and citizen cooperation

The Minister of Security has called on the Togolese population to be extra vigilant and to cooperate actively with the forces of law and order. Any suspicious situation or individual should be reported to the competent authorities via the following emergency numbers:

1014: Ministry of Security and Civil Protection call center

117 : National police

172: National Gendarmerie

118 : Fire brigade

170 : National Civil Protection Agency

Citizens are also advised to carry identification with them at all times, and drivers are advised to have their vehicle documents ready.

Ensuring a peaceful celebration for all

Through Operation KÈLIGOU, the Togolese government is reaffirming its commitment to ensuring the safety and serenity of all citizens during this festive period. The population is thus invited to celebrate the festive season in a spirit of vigilance and respect for safety instructions.

Editorial staff