The Kaduna State Police Command has warned politicians to desist from hiring political thugs or getting involved in any activity that will cause violence and disorder in the state.
The Commissioner of Police in the state Mr Agyole Abeh gave the warning while assuring the public that the violence that occurred during a press briefing by some members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) would be investigated.
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“Thuggery is an offence against the laws of this land because the act of thuggery is tampering with the liberty of others and it won’t be tolerated. We are fully prepared to deal decisively with this group of persons who want to interfere with the peaceful [atmosphere in the state].
According to the Police Commissioner, the Command has put in place measures to deal with anybody caught trying to cause public disorder within the state.
He asked all political parties and politicians to play by the rules and to always seek police clearance and protection before holding their meetings in order to forestall a reoccurrence of such incident.
“The two factions almost took the law into their hands and we had to intervene to ensure that peace is restored. As regards the officer that was accused, we do not condone such act and if it has been verified and confirmed, he will be adequately sanctioned.I have set in motion to processes to determine his level of involvement and if he’s involved, he will be dealt with”.
“I have set in motion to processes to determine his level of involvement and if he’s involved, he will be dealt with,” Mr Abeh affirmed.
