By Ikemefuna Asika
Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, Nnaghe Obono Itam has urged the public dissociate themselves from any acts capable of threatening peace and national unity and reiterates that the Command shall live up to its mandate of ensuring that no person or group of persons is allowed to infringe on the fundamental human rights of others, especially the rights to freedom of movement and right to dignity of human persons.
This affirmation is coming at the heels of a critical threat analysis by the State Police Command based on the information and intelligent report of persons and groups mobilizing for a protest on June 12, 2024, (Democracy Day) a day mapped out to commemorate the restoration of democracy in the country.
A statement by Command spokesman, Tochukwu Ikenga noted that the Police envisage that the protest is capable of grounding all commercial activities and obstructing the free flow of traffic in the State.
Ikenga, while recognizing the right of individuals or groups to advocate for any interest, the Command wishes to emphasize the importance of adherence to existing laws governing such activities.
He said the Police would deploye operatives to strategic areas, tasked with the responsibility of ensuring the safety of lives and property, free flow of traffic, and most especially a peaceful environment.
The statement said the Commissioner of Police wishes the people of Anambra State a happy Democracy Day celebration and commended their cooperation and resolve in sustaining the message of peace and standing up against any act that threatens the public peace.
He also encourages the good people of the State to remain law-abiding, vigilant and continue to partner with and support the Police and other security agencies to synergize and collaborate towards combating all forms of criminality as well as ensuring public security and safety in the state.
The statement advised that in the event to request for security service or to report any security-related incident, people should call 07039194332 for prompt response.
