Hunger protest: NSCDC beefs up security in Kwara, advises youth to shun violence

The Kwara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps said that it has deployed its men and officers to every nook and cranny of the state to safeguard the safety of lives and property.

This is as momentum builds up ahead of the August 1 nationwide protest.

A statement signed by the state’s NSCDC Public Relations Officer, Ayoola Michael, on Monday, said that the command would deal ruthlessly with anyone who perpetrated criminal activities during the protest in the state.

He said that the State Corps Commandant, Dr Umar JG Mohammed, has issued a stern warning to those who may seek to exploit the protest for criminal activities and cause unrest in the state.

The statement said, “The command is on red alert, with robust measures in place to ensure law and order are upheld before, during, and after the protest.”

He further stated that the command would not fold its hands and watch hoodlums wreak havoc, and vandalise critical national assets and infrastructure, as adequate deployment will be made across the state to ensure watertight security of life and property.

While acknowledging the citizens’ right to protest, he urged “the youth and other concerned citizens to lawfully and peacefully express their grievances, ensuring that national security and public safety are not compromised.”

He also encouraged law-abiding Kwarans to continue with their daily activities without fear, affirming that stringent measures have been employed to address the envisaged threat.

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