Gov Wike Bans #EndSARS Protests In Rivers State
Governor Nyesom Wike has placed ban on all forms of protests in Rivers state.
Highstreet.ng understands the ban was emplaced by the governor to ensure #EndSARS protests embarked on by young Nigerians do not spread to the South-South state.
Mr Wike who gave the directive in a special announcement dated October 12, 2020 and signed by Paulinus Nsirim, the
Commissioner for Information and Communications, advised parents to ensure that their children do not act contrary to order.
The announcement reads…
The Rivers State Government hereby wish to inform the general public that all forms of protests have been banned throughout the State.
Therefore, all proposed protests under #EndSARS Campaign are hereby prohibited.
Government took this decision because the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, had already scrapped the Special Anti-Robbery Squad.
Therefore, there is no need for any form of protest against a Unit of the Police Force that no longer exists.
Parents and Guardians are therefore advised to ensure that their children or wards do not violate this order.
Law enforcement agencies are also directed to ensure that the ban is enforced and that violators are brought to book.
