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Kayode Egbetokun, inspector-general of police , says organisers of the planned protest should submit their details to their respective state commissioners.
Egbetokun spoke in Abuja on Friday at a press conference on the heels of a youth-led planned nationwide protest against the rising cost of living in the country.The IGP said providing the information will enable the force to deploy adequate personnel and resources to ensure public safety.
“Designate specific routes and areas for the protest to avoid conflicts with other events or activities; establish clear communication channels with protest leaders to address any concerns or issues that may arise; minimise the risk of violence, property damage, or other criminal activity. “We encourage all protesters to cooperate with the police, obey the law, and adhere to global best practices for peaceful assembly to guarantee a safe and successful exercise of their rights.“We are committed to working with all Nigerians to promote peaceful expression and maintain public order.”“credible intelligence” that foreign mercenaries are involved in the planned protest.
The military and the Department of State Services said there are indications that the protest would be hijacked to perpetuate violence.
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