Police lift ban on rallies, processions in Kwara

By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin

Kwara State Police Command has lifted the temporary ban placed on rallies and processions in the state.

This was contained in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, Ajayi Okasanmi on Saturday in Ilorin.

“The Police Commissioner, Paul Odama wishes to appreciate the good people of Kwara State for their determination to work with security agencies to deepen the peace and harmony Kwara State is known for, regardless of the inconveniences attached thereto.

“This press release is to inform the public that their cooperation and strict compliance with the order of temporarily banning rallies and processions in the state has helped the command in quickly preventing criminal elements from taking advantage of the fuel and Naira note swap challenges.

“Consequently, the command wishes to lift the imposed ban on rallies and processions in the state as all necessary security arrangements have been put in place across the state to forestall any security breach, now, during, and after the general elections. 

“The command is fully ready to continue to discharge her constitutionally assigned duty of protecting the lives and property of citizens and residents alike,” the statement said.

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