Kwara: Police warn troublemakers ahead planned nationwide protest

The Kwara State Police Command has warned that miscreants who intend to hijack the planned nationwide hunger protest will not be tolerated.

They will be arrested and face the full wrath of the law, the Command has warned.

A guidance and warning notice ahead of the protests released in Ilorin on Sunday by the Command, discouraged citizens from participating in the planned protests if it takes place.

A statement by the spokesperson of the Command, DSP Ejire Adeyemi Toun, quoted the state Commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya, as warning that those with malicious intent will not not be tolerated.

“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.

“Our commitment to ensuring public safety and order remains unwavering. 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.

“The police have deployed adequate personnel and resources to monitor the protest closely, and 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 statement said.

Ejire said the Command is dedicated to supporting the constitutional rights of all citizens while maintaining peace and security in our state.

“We urge community leaders and local vigilantes to cooperate with law enforcement agencies to prevent any breakdown of law and order. We call on all persons to conduct themselves with dignity and responsibility to ensure that the society remains peaceful and constructive,” the statement added.