Police Ask Labour To Reschedule Planned Protest

Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has asked the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) FCT Council to reschedule its protest billed for today.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, in a statement signed by its spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, said the piece of advice was issued due to security concerns.

The police said it respects the constitutional rights of citizens to peaceful assembly and protest; however, intelligence reports at its disposal indicate plans by the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria and other non-state actors to infiltrate and hijack the protest for purposes inimical to public peace and security.

Part of the statement read that the FCT police “is aware of a planned peaceful protest by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) FCT Council, scheduled to hold tomorrow, Tuesday, 3rd February 2026, within the Federal Capital Territory.

“While the command recognises and respects the constitutional rights of citizens to peaceful assembly and protest, and remains committed to providing adequate security for all lawful activities, intelligence reports at the disposal of the Police indicate plans by the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria and other non-state actors to infiltrate and hijack the protest for purposes inimical to public peace and security.

“In view of the above, and in the overriding interest of public safety, the FCT Police Command respectfully appeals to the organisers of the planned protest to consider rescheduling the activity to a later date and time. This measure is aimed at forestalling any breakdown of law and order, while also ensuring that the rights of other residents to safety, freedom of movement, and the conduct of lawful daily activities are not infringed upon.”

The Command further assured residents of the Federal Capital Territory of its unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property and urged all citizens to continue cooperating with law enforcement agencies in the collective effort to maintain peace and security.