We will Ensure Peaceful Democracy Day in Oyo – Police

The Nigeria Police, Oyo State Command has assured residents of the state of a hitch-free and peaceful Democracy Day.

Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Sp. Adewale Osifeso made this known in a statement.

The Statement says the Command will embark on purposeful proactive policing on Sunday, June 12, 2022, and will as well commence high-octane visibility patrols through the nook and cranny of the State in line with its statutory mandate of protecting lives and property.

It states that the steps being taken are in furtherance of already established routine intelligence-led stop and search, convoy patrols, visibility patrols, and coordinated surveillance activities with the purpose of asserting presence, availability, and readiness to deal decisively with any peace threatening advances. 

The Statement appeals to parents, guardians, and leaders in various capacities of influence to warn their wards or protégées against acts that can scuttle the relative peace being enjoyed in the State. 

It assures residents of comprehensive and robust security coverage day, urging people to go about their duties without the fear of molestation or harassment within and beyond the period.

PR/Rasheeda Makinde