Amidst the growing security concerns in the State, the Kogi State government has announced a ban on all forms of rallies or public gatherings that have the potential to disrupt public peace.
Our Kogi State Correspondent, reports that the Kogi State Commissioner for information and Communication Kingsley Fanwo, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.
He explained that the decision comes after reports of planned violent rallies disguised as political and religious agitations surfaced, posing a threat to the state’s security.
The image maker of Kogi State averred further that the state government has taken proactive measures to prevent any form of security breach that could destabilize the peace and security of the state.
The information Commissioner posited that with the recent incidents in various local government areas, including clashes in communities and tensions rising due to planned rallies, the government has deemed it necessary to implement stricter security measures.
Fanwo reiterated that the ban on public gatherings includes suspending all fishing activities in Kogi Local Government Area until peace is completely restored after recent clashes resulted in the loss of lives.
Additionally, Fanwo stated that security operatives have been deployed to the affected areas to restore calm and implement the directive.
In Ankpa Local Government Area for instance, Fanwo stated that communal clashes between Ika-Odele and Ika Ochala are threatening the peace in Kogi East, stressing that, security personnel have been deployed to the area to calm the situation and avert further loss of lives and property.
He stressed that the ban on rallies and public gatherings applies to all individuals, groups, or organizations within the state until further notice adding that, the government acknowledges citizens’ constitutional rights to express themselves but emphasizes that security considerations must take precedence for public safety.
He added that the state government has also directed that any individual or group entering Kogi State with a convoy of security personnel must obtain prior clearance from state commands to prevent unauthorized movements and ensure the presence of duly accredited security agents.
Fanwo added that the government urges residents to remain law-abiding, vigilant, and cooperative with security agencies to guarantee the safety and well-being of all citizens.
The State Government urges residents to report any suspicious activities or movements to the appropriate security authorities, with am assurance that, any attempt to undermine the peace and security of Kogi State will be met with the full force of the law.
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