IGP Meets Paramilitary On Nationwide Protest Plans, Promises No Repeat Of Endsars Events

IGP Meets Paramilitary On Nationwide Protest Plans, Promises No Repeat Of Endsars Events

In preparation for the upcoming nationwide protest, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has warned that security agencies are determined to prevent a repeat of the 2020 EndSARS incident, which resulted in significant loss of life and property. The IGP conveyed this message during a meeting with heads of paramilitary agencies on Tuesday……. CONTINUE READING 

The IGP emphasized the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment and readiness to ensure the safety of all peaceful protesters. The closed-door meeting included leaders from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Department of State Services (DSS), Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Nigeria Correctional Service (NCS), and Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC).

**FG Designates Prisons as ‘Red Zones’**

In a related development, the Federal Government has declared all 256 custodial centers across the country as “red zones” ahead of the August 1st nationwide protest. This designation, announced by Controller General of Corrections Hailey Nababa in a statement on Tuesday, underscores the importance of safeguarding these facilities.

The statement, released through service spokesman Abubakar Danlami Umar, warns that any interference with the custodial centers will be met with strict consequences. Nababa stressed that these centers are vital for public safety and national security, and any disruption could lead to further security challenges.

The Nigerian Correctional Service has put in place extensive security measures to protect these facilities, and the Ministry of Interior Joint Taskforce (MOIJTF) has been activated to provide additional security around custodial sites nationwide.