The Commissioner of Police, Cletus Nwadiogbu, who disclosed
this at a press conference held in Makurdi on Wednesday, did not give the
number of those arrested.
According to the CP, the police officers deployed for the
visit of the former governor of Anambra State acted in a professional and
tactical manner to avoid an escalation that could have resulted in loss of
lives and destruction of property.
While stating that the tactical decision taken by the
command should not be mistaken for inaction, the CP said that Obi was
subsequently safely escorted back to the airport.
“Unfortunately, Mr. Obi’s movement was obstructed by a group
of persons, creating tension and a situation that could have degenerated into
violence.
“At that point, the Police took a professional and tactical
decision to avoid an escalation that could have resulted in loss of lives and
destruction of property. Mr. Obi was subsequently safely escorted back to the
airport and departed the state peacefully.
“The Command has commenced intelligence-led operations to
identify those responsible. Key arrests have been made, while efforts are
ongoing to apprehend all other persons connected with the incident.”
The police boss, who said that the command remained a
neutral and professional institution, added that every Nigerian has the right
to freedom of movement, irrespective of political affiliation, status or
personal belief.
“No individual or group has the right to unlawfully obstruct
another person’s movement,” he said.
The command assured the public that all those found culpable
would be dealt with in accordance with the law.
He urged members of the public to remain calm and allow the
police to conclude their investigation.
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