Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun announced on Friday that intelligence has revealed foreign mercenaries are involved in the proposed nationwide protest.
Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Egbetokun urged Nigerians to exercise caution and reconsider joining any protest group.
Egbetokun stated, “We have been monitoring developments surrounding protest threats. While some groups call for violent protests, emulating Kenya’s recent events, others advocate for peaceful demonstrations. However, some individuals promote peaceful protests with violent undertones, raising concerns about their sincerity. We have our history of violent protests in Nigeria, and I don’t believe we have to look to other countries to note the dangers of unchecked demonstrations. We commend patriots who have withdrawn from the protest due to the apparent sinister motives and ignorance of those calling for violence.”
He further noted, “We recognize those who have spoken out against any form of protest at this critical juncture, fearing enemies of our country may be manipulating the process. We confirm their fears are genuine, as we have credible intelligence on foreign mercenaries’ involvement in this planned protest. The Nigerian police urge all Nigerians to exercise caution and think twice before joining any protest group.”
If Vikings like, make dem involve. We go still fall out. We can’t continue like this.
Stop making us scared.
Changing Nigeria ain’t gonna be easy. Good things mostly don’t come easily 🤔😏