‘Policemen Acted Professionally’ – IGP Claims Despite Cases Of Gunshot, Firing Of Teargas

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Thursday night, claimed that operatives of the Nigeria Police Force acted professionally during the nationwide protest which commenced on August 1st, 2024.

Naija News reported that Nigerians took to the street across the country to express their grievances over the level of hardship in the nation.

Egbetokun made this claim amidst reports of gunshots and teargas allegedly fired at protesters during the nationwide walk.

The IGP in a press conference said, “Despite our suspicions, we showed good faith through professional conduct by providing security at strategic locations all aimed at ensuring peaceful conduct during the protest as the promoters pledged.

“Our men deployed nationwide went out with a clear brief to ensure that no one is unnecessarily harassed or intimidated. In places where there were court orders, we gave instructions for observance of same.

“In spite of the refusal of the protesters, for instance in FCT to adhere to a court order requesting that protest in Abuja should be at the National Stadium, they trooped into the streets, and yet the police provided security for them. At no point did we breach their fundamental rights even as they breached court order.”

Naija News understands that the protest continues today.