Ogun State authorities have reported that the state is calm, as there have been no significant protests reported across the state, News About Nigeria reports.
Speaking to journalists at the MKO Abiola International Stadium, designated as a gathering point for potential protesters on Thursday, Commissioner of Police Abiodun Alamutu highlighted the coordinated efforts of security agencies to ensure a peaceful environment.
He reassured the public, stating, “Everywhere is calm, and there is a visible presence of security personnel to maintain order. People can go about their normal activities without fear.”
Alamutu also mentioned that citizens have the right to peaceful protest, indicating that designated areas have been provided for such activities to ensure safety and order.
Also, the Ogun State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), David Ojelabi, confirmed that only a small group of about 20 protesters engaged in a peaceful demonstration along Ibadan Road, Abeokuta.
Ojelabi said that the situation in Abeokuta and other parts of the region remains calm.
He noted, “We have conducted patrols around the Abeokuta metropolis, and everywhere is peaceful. Even shops that had initially remained closed are now opening for business.”
Ojelabi also reported a similar peaceful situation in other parts of the state, including the Ogun West and Ogun East senatorial districts.
“The report we also received from the other two senatorial districts, that is Ogun West and Ogun East, is that everywhere is peaceful except in Ijebu-Ode, where about 20 were said to be protesting peacefully.
“So we urge people to go about their normal businesses as the security agencies are on the ground to ensure that everyone is secured and safe.”
The only notable activity was a peaceful protest by about 20 people in Ijebu-Ode.
He assured residents that security agencies are on alert and actively working to maintain public safety and order.
