Plateau government says no protest to hold on Independence Day, October 1

Plateau state government has reacted to the rumours of a planned protest tomorrow, Friday, 1st October, 2021.

In a statement released by commissioner of information and communication, Dan Manjang, the government reminded the general public that the ban on public procession by whatever guise and name is still in force. 

The government warned organizers of the purported protest to drop the idea in the interest of peace and security, adding that security agents have been placed on red alert to rise up to the challenge by arresting anyone who violates this directive. 

The Government  also enjoins all law abiding citizens to go about their normal duties without any fear of molestation or intimidation.

While wishing the general public are happy 61st Independence celebrations, the government appealed to citizens to support the government in working for the restoration of total normalcy to the state.