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Protest: Police Holds Meeting With Members Of Take It Back Movement

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July 30, 2024
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The Inspector General Of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun on Tuesday held a virtual meeting with Human Right lawyer Femi Falana and other members of the Take it Back Movement in the light of the planned nationwide hunger protest.

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The meeting it was gathered, was aimed at ensuring the safety and security of all citizens while upholding the constitutional right to peaceful assembly, during the protest .

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In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, noted that  those who  indicate  their interest to protest, are to engage with the respective State Police Commissioners, to coordinate and plan the protests in a manner that ensures the safety of participants and the general public, while pre-empting any security challenges and ensuring that the protests proceed peacefully.

Adejobi said that the  IGP strongly advised against unplanned open and unnecessary processions due to the potential dangers they pose. He stressed that organizing and coordinating with the Police and other security agencies are essential steps to mitigate risks, protect the rights of all citizens, and protect the well-being of all involved.

“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, on 30th July, 2024, held a constructive virtual meeting with Femi Falana (SAN), Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa (SAN) and other key members of the Take It Back Movement in light of the planned nationwide protest as part of the Nigeria Police Force’s efforts aimed at ensuring the safety and security of all citizens while upholding the constitutional right to peaceful assembly.

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“During the meeting, the IGP emphasized the importance of maintaining public order and safety during the planned protests. He acknowledged the group’s right to express their concerns through peaceful protests and reiterated the Police Force’s duty to facilitate such rights within the bounds of the law.

“To this end, the IGP has advised the Take It Back Movement, who have indicated their interest to protest, to engage with the respective State Police Commissioners to coordinate and plan the protests in a manner that ensures the safety of participants and the general public, while pre-empting any security challenges and ensuring that the protests proceed peacefully. 

“Additionally, the IGP strongly advised against unplanned open and unnecessary processions due to the potential dangers they pose. He stressed that organizing and coordinating with the Police and other security agencies are essential steps to mitigate risks, protect the rights of all citizens, and protect the well-being of all involved.”

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