Police Warn Protesters to Respect Court Order, Vow Tough Sanctions Against Violators

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The Nigeria Police Force has urged all groups planning protests in Abuja to respect a subsisting order of the Federal High Court restraining demonstrations around key government institutions, warning that anyone who defies the directive will face strict legal consequences.


The order, issued on October 17, 2025, by Justice M.G. Umar in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/2202/2025 - Federal Republic of Nigeria v. Omoyele Sowore & 4 others, bars Sowore and any other persons or groups acting on his behalf from staging protests within and around Aso Rock Villa, the National Assembly Complex, Force Headquarters, the Court of Appeal, Eagle Square, and Shehu Shagari Way.


Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, said in a statement on Saturday that the Police remain committed to upholding the rule of law and maintaining public order in line with constitutional provisions.


“The Nigeria Police Force recognises and respects citizens’ rights to peaceful assembly and expression. However, such rights must be exercised within the limits of the law, particularly where public safety, national security, and the rights of others are concerned,” Hundeyin stated.


He warned that any person or group who uses protests as a cover to incite violence, destroy property, carry weapons, or engage in acts likely to cause injury or loss of life will be decisively dealt with. 


According to him, offenders will be arrested, investigated, and prosecuted under relevant criminal laws, including those relating to terrorism and public order.


Hundeyin also cautioned individuals inciting violence via social media that digital evidence will be used in investigations and prosecutions.


The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed the FCT Commissioner of Police and other operational commanders to enforce the Court’s order, maintain strategic deployments, and safeguard lives and property across the Federal Capital Territory.


Law-abiding citizens have been advised to go about their normal activities without fear, while organisers of protests were reminded to use lawful channels to express grievances rather than resorting to street actions.

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