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By Seyi Babalola
The Kebbi State Police Command has advised organisations and civil society organisations planning to protest the kidnapping of girls from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga that the existing security situation does not allow for public rallies.
In a statement made on Friday, CSP Nafiu Kotarkoshi, the state Police Public Relations Officer, stated that intelligence data available to the command indicated that various groups and NGOs were preparing to stage a protest “any moment from today.”
Kotarkoshi cautioned that although the command shares in the pain of the affected families and the public, any protest at this time could heighten tension and obstruct ongoing rescue operations.
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“The current situation is dicey for any protest or rally to hold, as it has the potential of instigating violence in the state.
“While we remain deeply concerned about the regrettable incident, it is misguided and counterproductive for any protest to hold, as it will undermine the unwavering commitment of the combined security team working tirelessly to rescue the kidnapped schoolgirls unhurt,” ” the statement read.
The command reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property, assuring residents that security agencies are intensifying efforts to ensure the safe return of the abducted students.
Kotarkoshi urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies by promptly reporting suspicious movements or persons to the nearest police station.
