Crimes

Police ban protests in Nasarawa

The Nasarawa State Police Command has banned all forms of protest in the state with immediate effect.

The command made this known via a statement issued on Sunday by its spokesperson, DSP Ramhan Nansel.

Nansel stated that the ban was based on a security report.

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“The general public should be aware that all forms of protest have been banned throughout the state,” he said.

The police spokesman noted that protests under any guise remain prohibited in order to prevent the breakdown of law and order.

Nansel explained that based on intelligence and security reports, the police could no longer allow any form of protest in order to sustain the existing peace in Nasarawa State.

“Consequently, parents, and guardians are advised to ensure their children and wards do not violate this order as anyone caught shall be arrested and prosecuted accordingly,” he added.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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