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One Million Man Protest: Converge At Designated Areas, Rivers CP Tells Protesters

By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu 


Ahead of the planned "One Million Man Protest" scheduled to take place across the 36 states of Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory on Saturday, August 10, 2024.

The Rivers State Commissioner of Police, CP Olatunji Disu has directed all would-be protesters to converge at the designated areas of Abali Park and Pleasure Park to carry out the exercise. 

In a statement by the Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the designated areas will enable the Police to effectively protect the protesters and curtail any breakdown of law and order in the state. 

According to the statement, the Command will not condone any protest or procession outside the two designated areas.

SP Iringe-Koko said that the Commissioner of Police has further instructed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers and Tactical Team Commanders to implement robust patrol strategies and maintain close monitoring across their respective Areas of Responsibility (AORs). 

The mandate of the commanders is to apprehend and prosecute any individuals or groups found to be engaging in unlawful activities or causing disturbances.

The public is advised to refrain from any actions that may compromise the peace and security of the State, as the Command is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents and will not tolerate any attempt to disrupt public order.







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