By requesting the names and contact information of all protesting groups prior to the August 1 nationwide protest, Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has refuted claims that he is attempting to amend the constitution and is acting in accordance with his official duties.
In response to claims made by activist Mr. Deji Adeyanju and others that the IGP is trying to alter the constitution, the police chief sought information on the planners and organizers of the next statewide rallies.
The Nigeria Police persisted in requesting information about the protest organizers and leaders, as well as the protest schedules that included the location, time, and routes of the demonstrations Providing other information is a customary practice to guarantee everyone's safety, promote efficient communication, and stop any illegal activity.
The police added that knowing who organizes these kinds of gatherings, or protests, in each state is crucial because letting anonymous organizations run amok might endanger the nation's security and tranquility.
"The Nigeria Police Force hereby addresses the recent accusations made by one activist, Deji Adeyanju, and others via various fora, alleging that the IGP is attempting to rewrite the constitution by requesting the details of the organizers and leaders of the planned nationwide protests," stated ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the force's public relations officer.
It is imperative to make clear that the IGP has never refused any citizen's constitutional right has consistently emphasized that the right is to peaceful assembly and speech rather than the freedom of association and expression. Furthermore, it is the duty of the Nigeria Police to guarantee that no action, including protests, endangers the security of the country.
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