By Adamu Liman
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has appealed to the Nigeria Labour Congress, FCT Council, to suspend its planned protest scheduled for February 3.
In a statement issued in Abuja, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, said the appeal followed intelligence reports suggesting possible infiltration of the protest by members of the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria and other non-state actors.
According to her, postponing the protest would help prevent any breakdown of law and order and protect residents’ rights to safety and freedom of movement.
The Police Command reaffirmed its respect for citizens’ constitutional rights to peaceful assembly and assured of adequate security for all lawful activities.
Residents were also urged to cooperate with security agencies to maintain peace and public safety in the territory.
