Ekiti Police warn against planned protest by transport unions

Ado-Ekiti: The Police Command in EKiti has warned transport unions and other interest groups against embarking on any unlawful protest capable of disrupting the peace and security of the state.

The state Commissioner of Police (CP) Falade Michael, gave the warning following intelligence reports indicating that some members of transport unions were planning to protest on Monday.

This is contained in a statement on Sunday in Ado-Ekiti, by the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu.

The proposed action is allegedly aimed at challenging the current leadership structure within the transport unions operating in the state.

Michael said that available intelligence suggested that the planned protest could degenerate into violence, public disorder and possible loss of lives if allowed to proceed unchecked.

He emphasised that any form of protest, gathering or unlawful assembly capable of threatening public peace and safety would not be tolerated by the command.

He described the prevailing peace and stability in the state as a collective achievement that must be preserved by all residents and stakeholders, regardless of their interests or affiliations.

The CP urged all aggrieved parties to remain calm and channel their grievances through lawful and established mechanisms rather than actions that could jeopardise public order.

He warned that the police would take decisive action against any individual or group found engaging in activities capable of causing unrest or undermining security in any part of the state.

He also appealed to residents to remain law-abiding, vigilant and security conscious, assuring them that the police and other security agencies were prepared to safeguard lives and property.

The commissioner encouraged members of the public to promptly report suspicious movements or incidents to the nearest police formation.

He also reaffirmed the command’s commitment to maintaining peace, public order and the safety of all residents across Ekiti State.