Commissioner of Police Warns Against Highway Blockades Amid Demolition Backlash

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, has warned activist, Omoyele Sowore, and others against mobilizing protests over recent demolitions in the state.

Jimoh gave the warning while addressing newsmen this morning, with claims that the command had made massive deployments across the city to forestall any planned demonstrations that could lead to public disorder.

He emphasised that the command would not tolerate any attempt to block major highways or disrupt the peace currently being enjoyed in Lagos, and that officers had been stationed at strategic points to ensure peace and order.

Reacting to the Oworonshoki demolition, Jimoh defended the government’s action, describing the affected areas as illegal structures and hideouts for criminals.