The Anambra State Police Command has strategically deployed officers across the state to prevent the enforcement of the strike declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress.
In a statement, the command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu, emphasized that the police support the federal government’s stance deeming the strike illegal.
The command is committed to ensuring that no disruptive elements take advantage of the situation to disturb public order, and will take all necessary measures to prevent any breach of peace.
“The Federal Government has declared the planned strike by the Nigerian Labour Congress as illegal and premature.
“The Anambra State Police Command reiterates the command’s commitment to enforce the legal recommendations and calls for caution to prevent a breach of public safety and peace.
“Police operatives have been deployed to different strategic areas, and tasked with the responsibility against any miscreants using the opportunity to cause any breach of public safety and peace in the state.
“The Command understands the right of organized labour to engage in such actions to advocate for the interests of all workers, but noted the importance of adherence to the existing laws governing such activities.
“To this end, the command encourages the good people of the state to go about their lawful businesses and be law-abiding, vigilant, and security-conscious,” the statement read.
The command urged state residents to utilize their helplines to report any security-related incidents for a swift response.
“The ‘npf rescue me app’ is also available for free download on both Android and Apple IOS, for Android and iPhone users respectively,” the command said.
