The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Police Command CP Victor Olaiya, has called on citizens and residents of the state who wish to paryicipate in the impending protest to shun all malicious intent in doing so.
Olaiya made the call in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, stressing that while it is important for citizen to exercise their constitutional rights to a peaceful protest, it is equally important to remind them that any attempt by miscreants to hijack the protest for their own selfish end will not be tolerated.
According to the statement, “The Kwara State Police Command wishes to discourage citizens from participating in the said protest and to remind all persons that if the peaceful protest should take place, any attempt by miscreants to hijack the protest for their own selfish end will not be tolerated.”
The commissioner further reiterated that the command’s commitment to ensuring public safety and order remains unwavering, stressing that “any individual or group caught engaging in acts of violence, looting, arson, or any other criminal activities will face the full wrath of the law.”
He also revealed that the police have deployed adequate personnel and resources to monitor the protest closely, saying: “Our surveillance units are equipped to identify and apprehend troublemakers swiftly. Anyone found instigating violence or attempting to disrupt the peace will be arrested and prosecuted without hesitation.
“The Kwara State Police Command is dedicated to supporting the constitutional rights of all citizens while maintaining peace and security in our state.”
He therefore urged community leaders and local vigilantes to cooperate with law enforcement agencies to prevent any breakdown of law and order, while also calling on citizens and residents to conduct themselves with dignity and responsibility to ensure that the society remains peaceful and constructive.
