The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has deployed personnel and equipment to prevent breakdown of law and order ahead of the planned #FearlessInOctober protest slated for Tuesday across the country.
The command’s spokesperson, Josephine Addeh, disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Abuja.
She said traffic would be diverted in areas expected to experience large crowds, including Central Area and Eagle Square.
The statement read:
“The FCT Police Command, in anticipation of the upcoming October 1st Independence Day celebration, has strategically deployed adequate personnel and equipment throughout the FCT.
“This proactive deployments aim to ensure that residents of the FCT enjoy a hitch-free Independence Day celebration. The deployment will include Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) personnel, anti-riot equipment, visibility policing, among others.
“Traffic diversions will be implemented in areas expected to experience large crowds, including Central Area and Eagle Square.
“While celebrating Independence Day, residents of the FCT are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious movements or activities to the FCT Police emergency lines: 08032003913, 08028940883, 08061581938, 07057337653, PCB: 09022222352, CRU: 08107314192.”