NOVEMBER 7, 2020
- Resist all violent and riotous elements forthwith – IGP orders AIGs, CPs.
The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu has warned that the Force will not condone a repeat of the recent attacks, looting, and destruction of properties in several parts of the country.
Adamu’s warning was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Frank Mba.
The statement reads partly: “The IGP affirms that the Force will not tolerate a repeat of the horrendous attacks and killings, arson and wanton destruction, and looting of public and private assets witnessed during the recent violent protests in some parts of the country.”
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“He warns that the Force shall deploy the full weight of the law and legitimate force (if necessary) in preventing a reoccurrence.”
While noting that 22 policemen were gruesomely murdered and 26 civilians were injured following the #EndSARS protests and the violence that emanated therefrom, the Force spokesman said a total of 51 civilian fatalities and 37 injuries were recorded.
He also lamented that 205 police stations, corporate facilities, and private property were attacked, burnt or vandalized.
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