The Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 13, Mohammed Dan Malam
has hailed the protesters across the Zone for remaining peaceful while
going about with their protests.
In a release signed on his behalf by the Police zonal Public Relations
Officer Zone 13 DSP Nkeiruka Nwode, the AIG also stated that Police
Officers within the zone has exhibited professionalism while managing
the protesters and urge them to remain committed to their professional
code of conduct and also carry out the directives from the
Inspector-General of Police as it relates to the ongoing protest.
The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, had earlier warned
Police officers and their commanders against the use of force on
peaceful protesters and went on to reiterate that citizens have
fundamental human rights of freedom of expression, assembly and
movement which must be protected by the Police.
The AIG therefore urged Commissioners of Police within the zone to
ensure that officers within their Command remain focused.
He appealed to protesters to remain peaceful and guard against
infiltration by criminal elements, adding that in as much as they have
right to protest, they should not block highways so as not to infringe
on rights of other members of the public.
The AIG went further to assure those protesting that the Police
Leadership has heard their voice and is committed to addressing all
the issues raised by protesters.
He also enjoin the citizens not to allow the misconduct by a few
personnel of the Force to negatively impact on their belief,
confidence and trust in the police.
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