We won’t tolerate violent protest – IGP warns NLC ahead of tomorrow’s strike

The Acting Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has expressed concern over the proposed nationwide strike by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC), warning that the Police will not tolerate any form of violence during the protest. 

Recall that a few days ago, the NLC gave the Federal Government a seven-day ultimatum to reverse all perceived anti-poor policies or face an indefinite nationwide strike from August 2.

Reacting to the proposed industrial action by the NLC in an official statement made available on the Force’s Facebook page through the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP acknowledged that the right to protest is enshrined in the constitution but emphasized that it should be done in a peaceful way. 

The IGP noted that protests in the past have been hijacked by miscreants and resulted in the disruption of public order. 

He assured that the Police will ensure the security of lives and properties of the citizens during the planned protest, but warned that attempts to sabotage the protest will be met with a professional and lawful approach.