In response to planned demonstrations against economic challenges, the Lagos State Police Command has issued a stern warning, pledging decisive action to maintain order and prevent disruptions to traffic.
Benjamin Hundeyin, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, assured the public of the police’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property while maintaining the free flow of traffic.
The announcement follows a series of nationwide protests expressing grievances over the high cost of living and soaring food prices.
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Adegoke Fayoade, emphasised the implementation of necessary measures to ensure the safety of residents, free traffic flow, and a peaceful environment for lawful activities.
The statement partly read, “The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Adegoke Fayoade, mni has assured Lagosians that the Command has put necessary measures in place to ensure the safety of lives and property, free flow of traffic and a peaceful environment for carrying out their respective lawful duties.
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“This assurance has become imperative following news making the rounds about nationwide protests billed to start on Monday, February 26, 2024, an action capable of grounding commercial activities and obstructing the free flow of traffic.
“The Command will live up to its mandate of ensuring that no person or group of persons is allowed to infringe on the fundamental human rights of others, especially the rights to freedom of movement and right to dignity of human persons.”
