The Chairman of Mopamuro Local Government Council, Hon. Ademola Bello, in a bid to improve security at public gatherings, has issued an Executive Order after due deliberations with heads of security agencies in the Local Government Area.
The Executive Order empowers security agencies to regulate public gatherings and prosecute anyone who violates the order. This is coming in the wake of the tragic death of a vibrant youth during a violence that erupted in a public event to celebrate the culture of our people.
The Chairman acknowledged the rights to peaceful assembly as enshrined in the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. However, he said such gatherings must be such that people’s safety is guaranteed, hence the Executive Order to restore sanity to any form of social-cultural and political gatherings.
Below are some of the clauses in the Executive Order:
1. That no public gathering shall be held in Mopamuro without obtaining permission from the Police or other security agencies before holding a public gathering.
2. That a written notice shall be sent to the Nigeria Police Force, copying other Security Agencies before holding a public gathering.
3. That conditions set by security agencies Conditions shall be complied with, such as maintaining peace and order, avoiding obstruction of public spaces, and ensuring public safety. Requirements may vary depending on the location and circumstances.
4. That the Traditional Ruler of each community shall confirm the security permission before allowing any public gathering in their community to ensure peace and security.
The Chairman directed the security agencies in the Local Government Area to effectively enforce the Executive Order with immediate effect. .
He further emphasized the prosecution of anyone who violates the new order.
