… Actions of #EndSARS protesters uncalled for, says group
A group under the auspices of the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations has condemned the continuation of the #EndSARS protests across Nigeria, saying the actions of the protesters are totally uncalled for and unacceptable.
The group applauded President Muhammadu Buhari and the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, for disbanding the Special Anti-Robbery Squad on popular demand.
Members of the group held a rally in support of the IGP and security agencies at the Unity Fountain, Abuja on Wednesday.
Chief Convener of the Coalition, Comrade Olayemi Success, said, “Today, we the leaders of different Civil Society Organisations are gathered here from far and near with some of our members from every nook and cranny of Nigeria in solidarity with our security agencies, especially the Nigeria Police Force. We are all aware of pockets of protests, demanding for the scrapping of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad.
“The Inspector General of Police in display of his 21st Century Police officer’s compliance, highest level of professionalism and best regards for Democracy, yielded to the call and disbanded the SARS.
“Surprisingly, the protesters still continued with their trade of protest. In view of the above, this solidarity march is very important to boost the morale of the police men and women. It is for them to know that well-meaning Nigerians appreciate their sacrifices in securing Nigeria.
“We are convinced that Police is our friend and everyone that sees police as enemies are suspects.
“Let us use this opportunity to commend the world best Inspector General of Police for creating the Special Weapons and Tactics Team, which we believe will discharge all the responsibilities of the disbanded SARS more professionally and effectively.
“Also, it is very important to call on the National Assembly to approve more funding for the Nigeria Police force for adequate security.”
