Travel well lighted streets. Avoid dark corners, alleys and entrances to buildings. Always try to walk on the side of the street nearest oncoming traffic.

- If you must travel at night regularly, don't carry more than you can afford to lose. One suggestion is to carry a second wallet containing a few Naira bills and old credit cards, which are normally destroyed or discarded. If confronted at knife or gunpoint, give the suspect the second wallet and concentrate on a good physical description to give to the police.

- There's safety in numbers! If possible, walk with a companion, either male or female. An armed robber is less likely to confront two or more, than a lone individual.

- When waiting for a bus or taxi, try to select a well-lighted area. Aim for a busy stop where many people will be coming and going.

- Avoid hitchhike or accepting rides from strangers.

- Avoid taking shortcuts through deserted areas such as parks, playgrounds, vacant lots, etc.

- Be cautious entering your car as someone may be hiding inside. Or, when leaving your car, someone may be waiting. Park in well lighted areas.

- Never carry weapons that can be used against you.
- If someone asks directions, keep a polite but maintain a safe distance.

- If you are alone and think you are being followed, head for an occupied building such as a bar, restaurant, gas station, fire station, etc. If none is available, cross the street in the middle of the block. If there is street vehicular traffic, try to stop a car for help.

IF YOU ARE CONFRONTED . . . . .

-DO NOT RESIST! Cooperate! Give the criminal whatever he asks for: wallet, keys, jewelry, credit cards or whatever. Your life is more valuable than replaceable possessions.

-Don't make any sudden, unexpected moves. A nervous criminal may think you are reaching for a concealed weapon.

- If the suspect claims he has a gun, knife, razor or whatever in his pocket, never try to force his bluff.

- Never try to be a hero and apprehend the criminal yourself.

Lastly, Notify police as soon as possible.....

Be Safety Conscious......................CC. lalasticlala..