Few hours to the commencement of planned protests against hunger in the country, Osun state command of the Nigeria Security And Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 2,050 personnel to provide adequate security of lives and property.
The state commandant of the Command, Michael Akintayo Adaralewa
who made this known at a press conference in Osogbo, explained that,
“the personnel deployed for this important assignment have been briefed accordingly, personnel will conduct themselves in a manner that respects fundamental human rights, upholds the dignity of all individuals, and follows international best practices.
“I also want to call on youths and other groups that are participating in this planned protest to respect the rights of non-protesters and avoid actions that could disrupt their daily activities and not block major roads or highways.
“I urge protesters to refrain from destroying critical national assets, as such actions can have devastating consequences, as seen during the Endsars protest. I believe the nation is yet to recover from the devastating effects of EndSar; these assets are crucial to our nation’s development and prosperity.
“I want to reiterate that protesters must conduct activities within the bounds of the law, we warn against property destruction, looting, or any form of violence as anyone caught will face the full wrath of the law.
“I also want to encourage citizens to provide proactive intelligence if they suspect any group plans to hijack the protest or engage in destructive behavior.NSCDC has mapped out strategic locations and personnel have been deployed to prevent any form of disruption.
“We will continue to monitor the situation and adjust our strategy as needed. At this juncture, I want to urge Parents and guardians to caution their wards and let them know the essence of engaging in peaceful protests, respecting the rights of others, and avoiding any behavior that could lead to harm or destruction.
“I urge the law-abiding people of Osun state to remain calm, go about their daily activities, and report any suspicious behaviour to NSCDC or any security agency in their vicinity.
“We are committed to maintaining peace and order while respecting the rights of citizens. Let’s work together to build a prosperous and harmonious nation”.
