Security forces have put their men on red alert to forestall anarchy, which they said is the intention of promoters of the planned protest against economic crisis.
In separate interactions, the Defence Headquarters and the secret police said categorically that the planned protest is not intended to be peaceful.
The Department of State Services (DSS) said the ultimate objective of those planning a nationwide protest is a change of government at the centre.
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Also, the DHQ said its intelligence revealed that some “unscrupulous elements are bent on hijacking the planned protest for violent purposes.”
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at Aso Villa met with the All Progressives Congress (APC) governors.
He also had a parley with traditional rulers from across the country over the planned protest.
National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu assured governors of support in managing threats posed by the planned protest.
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In Abuja, Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike said no protest would be allowed.
The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) said it would not support any protest by “unknown” organisers.
The Southeast caucus of the House of Representatives urged the Igbo to shun the protest, saying the issues were being addressed.
