Sunday, February 25, 2024 – The Lagos State Police Command has vowed to clamp down on protesters who try to impede the free flow of traffic while protesting.
This was made known by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Benjamin
Hundeyin, on Sunday.
According to him, the police are aware of the plan by some people to
protest in the state and will ensure that necessary measures are put in place
for the safety of the lives and property of Lagosians.
He stressed that nothing would hinder the free flow of traffic or a
peaceful environment to let residents carry out their lawful duties.
This is coming on the heels of protests breaking out from some states on
the high cost of living and soaring food prices which the demonstrators alleged
were becoming unbearable.
The recent being in Ibadan as youths
hit the street to protest.
Protesters
gathered around the Mokola area in the state wielding placards with various
inscriptions such as ‘End food hike and inflation,’ ‘The poor are starving,’
and ‘Tinubu, don’t forget your promises,’ among others.
They were also chanting songs to show their
grievances.
However, reacting to a proposed protest in
the state, Lagos police wrote on X, “The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP
Adegoke Fayoade, has assured Lagosians that the Command has put necessary
measures in place to ensure the safety of lives and property, free flow of
traffic and a peaceful environment for carrying out their respective lawful
duties.
“This assurance has become imperative
following news making the rounds about nationwide protests billed to start on
Monday, February 26, 2024, an action capable of grounding commercial activities
and obstructing the free flow of traffic.
“The Command will live up to its mandate of
ensuring that no person or group of persons is allowed to infringe on the
fundamental human rights of others, especially the rights to freedom of
movement and right to dignity of human persons.
Adegoke, therefore, warns all intending
protesters that anyone found infringing on the rights of other Nigerians will
be dealt with in accordance with the law.
Adegoke also enjoined all peace-loving
Lagosians to go about their lawful duties without fear of harassment or
intimidation, reiterating that adequate security assets have been strategically
deployed to ensure their safety and security.
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