Kwara monarchs caution #EndSARS protesters

Traditional rulers in Kwara State have cautioned #EndSARS protester in the state to exercise restraint while agitating for better policing in the country.

The monarchs gave the advice in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Emir of Ilorin and chairman, Kwara State Council of Chiefs, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari.

The statement urged the youths not to allow hoodlums hijack the protest.

“As citizens of Nigeria, the protesters are at liberty to air their grievances against the Government in a legal, legitimate and organized order. That being the case, the protesters should have the interest of the country at heart by conducting themselves peacefully. While we concede the right of every citizen to peaceful protest, we urge them to ensure that the rights of others to go about their lawful businesses unmolested are not infringed upon in the process,” the statement read.

The monarchs advised parents to call youths to withdraw from the streets, adding that their points are clear enough.

The statement added, “The government is already taking steps to address the issues, which cannot be achieved unless the protesters pursue their demands peacefully and legally.

“We pray the parents to approach this matter holistically avert breakdown of law and order leading to destruction of lives and properties.”