BREAKING: “Protesters Attempted to Take Over Govt Houses,” IGP Egbetokun Issues Fresh Order
- Kayode Egbetokun has given a report on the nationwide protest held across the country on Thursday, August 1
- The Inspector General of Police revealed how some protesters attempted to take over government houses and property in 8 states, destroyed police stations and killed an officer
- Following this concerning development, Egbetokun issued a fresh order, "placing all units on red alert"
Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has reacted angrily to the outcome of the protests, which were held across the nation on Thursday, August 1.
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Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday night, Egbetokun disclosed that a policeman was murdered and some officers sustained injuries during the protest while some stations were destroyed.
IGP gives fresh order to senior officers
Egbetokun, who described Thursday’s action as mass uprising, said his men have been placed on red alert, Daily Trust reported.
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“Police stations have been destroyed. There have been attempts to take over government houses.”
“In places like FCT, Kaduna, Kano and Gombe, among others, we recorded incidents of unprovoked attacks on our security personnel where one policeman has been reported murdered and others seriously injured.
“In light of the current situation, the Nigeria Police Force has placed all units on red alert. Our officers are fully mobilised and prepared to respond swiftly and decisively to public safety and order.
“While recognising the citizens’ right to protest, he stressed that such activities must abide by constitutional rules and responsibilities to the state.”
He appealed for calm and hinted on the possibility of inviting the army to restore order and prevent further escalation, The New Telegraph reported.
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Protest: Foiled bomb attack reported in Lagos
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that concerns have continued to rise over the planned hardship protest that will be held in the 36 states of the federation on August 1.
The federal government led by President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians and the organisers of the demonstration to shelve the planned protest, citing potential hijack by some criminal elements.
In a new development, the Lagos state police command averted a potential danger on Wednesday evening as it reported that their anti-bomb squad neutralised an explosive device (IED).
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