Nigerian debate public order issues

The Nigerian Police has urged the Bar Association to seek advice on whether public assemblies can be held without police permission under the Public Order Act.

The Nigeria Police has urged the Bar Association to seek advice on holding public assemblies without police permits GEOATLAS - GRAPHI-OGRE

Tension is already building up about the general election which is due to take place in a year's time for both the Presidency and the National Assembly. Public meetings will, therefore, become more of a regular occurrence. But  Assistant Inspector General Muhammad Yabo of the North-West Zone of Nigeria has said that existing Appeal Court decisions give conflicting views on whether a police permit is needed. He has, therefore, asked lawyer to get an interpretation. But he added that lawyers are reluctant since 'they are afraid that they will not get justice, meaning justice would favour the Nigeria Police'. Source: Daily Post

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