By: Valentine Adese (JP),
Plateau state Government has come strongly to remind citizens in the state that the ban on public procession is still in place, as the citizens go about celebrating the Independence Day.
The state government in what it termed Special Press Statement, signed by Dan Manjang, the Honourable Commissioner of Information and Communication, Plateau State dated Thursday, 30th September, 2021, stated that, “It has come to the notice of the Plateau State Government that there are rumours of a planned protest tomorrow Friday, 1st October, 2021”.
Adding that, “While Government acknowledges and respects the right of citizens to peaceful protest, it however reminds the general public that the ban on public procession by whatever guise and name is still in force.
“Government therefore warns the organizers of the purported protest to drop the idea in the interest of peace and security.
“Security agents have been placed on red alert to rise up to the challenge by arresting anyone who violates this directive.
“The Government also enjoins all law abiding citizens to go about their normal duties without any fear of molestation or intimidation.
“Parents are also advised to rein in their wards and continue to support the Government in working for the restoration of total normalcy to the State.
The Government however, used the opportunity to wish its citizens, a “Happy 61st Independence Celebration!”
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