Nigeria’s defence chief warns military will step in if violent protests persist

The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, on Friday, warned that the military would step in to assist the police and other security agencies if the violent protests in some parts of the country get out of control.

The CDS gave the warning while briefing journalists on the activities of the protesters resorting to violence in some parts of the country.

He said the military had been on standby providing support to the police and other security agencies since the beginning of the protest, adding that they would not stand by and watch things get out of hand.

The CDS said the military was determined to ensure total peace in all parts of the country with the support of all Nigerians, urging all to understand the government.

“Monies that are meant for development will have to be used to repair the destruction thing so that we can move forward.

“So instead of doing that, we should come together to make sure nothing is destroyed,” he said.

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Musa urged Nigerians to look up to their local government and their state governments.

“I want to appeal once again for the support of all Nigerians, the federal government, the state government and local governments and let us avoid anything that will bring mayhem within our communities.

“We have seen the level of destructions that were carried just yesterday and you can imagine if this continues for so long.

“The armed forces and the entire security agencies will not stand by and see that to continue.

“We want to warn those that are in the house, those that don’t want to listen. We will not fold our hands and see our country destroyed.

“We will take action and the action will be taken professionally. Anyone that is caught will be taken to the courts to be dealt with,” he added.

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