Police Ban Islamic Movement of Nigeria from Protesting in Nigeria’s Capital
In a move aimed at maintaining law and order, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police command has banned the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), also known as Shi’ite, from staging any protests in the nation’s capital. The ban was announced on Monday night by the command’s spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, in a statement.
According to the statement, the IMN had planned to embark on a procession to mark the 2024 Islamic calendar day of Ashura, but the police command intervened to prevent any potential disturbances. Antecedents show that such activities by the Islamic group have often led to significant disruptions in the Nigerian capital city, resulting in chaos and anarchy.
The police command has urged all individuals and members of the proscribed organization to refrain from or shun any intended form of protest or procession in the Nation’s Capital. The statement warned that the command will not hesitate to use every legal means necessary to halt or incapacitate anyone who dares to violate the ban.
The FCT Police Commissioner, CP Benneth C. Igweh, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting the rights of all citizens while ensuring public safety. The police command is dedicated to maintaining law and order and will take all necessary measures to prevent any activities that threaten the safety and well-being of the populace.
The move by the FCT Police command comes as a response to the planned procession by the IMN, which could potentially disrupt the peace and order of the nation’s capital. The police’s decision to ban the protest is aimed at preventing any untoward incidents and maintaining the safety and security of the public.
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