Kwara state Commissioner of Police, Mr Victor Olaiya has ordered deployment of human and tactical sources to each a part of the state to make sure peaceable and safe celebration of the sixty fourth independence anniversary within the state.
An announcement issued on Monday evening and signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Deputy Superintendent of Police, Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, on behalf of the state Police Commissioner.
Olaiya mentioned that the police in collaboration with different safety businesses will safe key venues and highways in each a part of the state and safeguard lives and property throughout the October 1st Independence Day celebration.
The assertion issued at about 9pm learn: “As we rejoice our nation’s sixty fourth Independence, the Commissioner of Police, Kwara state Command, Commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya, has ordered the deployment of human and tactical sources throughout Kwara State to make sure a seamless and safe celebration. In collaboration with different safety businesses, the police will safe key venues and highways, safeguarding lives and property throughout and after the occasion.
“As well as, the Kwara state Police Command is conscious of the deliberate protest on October 1, 2024. Whereas the police respect the rights to a peaceable meeting, all protests should comply throughout the atmosphere of the legislation. Organizers are reminded to stick to the court docket ruling, which designates the Metropolitan Sq. alongside Asa-Dam Street as the one permitted location for any gatherings. Any try and disrupt public peace or maintain protests at unauthorized areas, such because the Submit Workplace, will probably be swiftly addressed.
“The Commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya felicitates with Kwarans on this event, urging reflection on the nation’s journey, and reaffirming the command’s dedication to safeguarding peace and upholding the rule of legislation.
“Residents are inspired to hold on their lawful actions because the police are ready to make sure security all through the state.”