Following the repeated violent attacks in Ilorin, Governor Abdulfattah Ahmed has banned street rallies in Kwara State after setting up a joint task force to curb the incidents.
The governor made the
announcement during a state broadcast, yesterday, in which he reiterated
that his government would not let the state slide back to the dark era
of fear and violence.
He said only political rallies in
designated areas and with prior notification to the state police command
would be allowed henceforth. “The state police command is hereby
authorised to ensure full compliance,” the governor stated.
Governor
Ahmed also told political parties and their supporters to campaign and
solicit votes through lawful manner and refrain from deploying divisive
and inciting rhetoric or instigating violence against real or perceived
opponents.
“Thuggery, vandalism, intimidation and other forms of
criminality will neither be allowed no condoned in any part of the
state,” he said.
“Following assurances by the security agencies, I
urge all our people to go about their lawful activities without fear
for their safety. Our security agencies are capable and ready to
forestall any further recurrence of such ugly incidents,” the governor
said.
According to him, “As your governor, I assure you that no
effort will be spared by my government to protect the lives and property
of all law-abiding residents of the state. I also urge you to remain
vigilant and report any suspicious activities, movements and
developments to the security agencies for prompt action.
“In this
regard, I have approved the establishment of a Joint Military Task
Force comprising the police, army, navy, air force, Department of State
Security, Civil Defence and National Drug Law Enforcement Agency
(NDLEA). This body is tasked with the responsibility of providing an
extra layer of security and preventing a recurrence of the political
violence witnessed in the last couple of days,” he said.
Source:- Dailytrustng
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