Nationwide Protest: Rivers Police Commends Officers, Condemns Groups Blocking Roads

By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu 

The Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Police Command, CP Olatunji  Disu, said he has assessed the conduct of the protests in Rivers State and commended the officers of the command for their professionalism in managing the situation, as the officers peacefully related to and accompanied the protesters throughout the process.

The CP however, frowned at the conduct of some groups of persons along NTA Road, Pleasure Park, Igwuruta-ali, and Airport Road, who were restricting vehicular movement, banging on vehicles, and extorting passengers,as some were even seen brandishing sticks.

CP Disu addressing officers and men of the command 

 CP Disu cautioned the protesters to conduct themselves peacefully and desist from infringing on the rights of others, blocking roads, harassing passers-by, and engaging in looting or other crimes do not constitute lawful protest and will not be tolerated. The police will take necessary action against such unlawful acts.

           CP Disu with officers 

The CP further advised parents and guardians to speak to their children and wards to act within the ambit of the law. Citizens are implored to go about their lawful duties, as the police are committed to protecting lives and property.