Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers state on Monday banned the #EndSARS protest throughout the state, urging parents to keep their wards indoors.
In a statement by Paulinus Nsirim, Commissioner for Information, the Rivers state government said protests are prohibited.
“The Rivers State Government hereby wish to inform the general public that all forms of protests have been banned throughout the State,” the statement said.
“Therefore, all proposed protests under #EndSars Campaign are hereby prohibited.
“Government took this decision because the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, had already scrapped the Special Anti-Robbery Squad.
“Therefore, there is no need for any form of protest against a Unit of the Police Force that no longer exists.
“Parents and Guardians are therefore advised to ensure that their children or wards do not violate this order.
“Law enforcement agencies are also directed to ensure that the ban is enforced and that violators are brought to book.
