Ugochinyere Calls for Tinubu's Intervention in Imo Rally

Ugochinyere has raised concerns regarding the disruption of a political rally in Imo, alleging that security forces acted violently against unarmed citizens, resulting in several injuries. He has called for urgent intervention from President Bola Tinubu, urging him to direct security operations in Owerri to prevent further escalation.
Ugochinyere emphasized that the right to peaceful assembly is guaranteed under the 1999 Constitution, which allows citizens to gather and express support for their representatives. He criticized the actions of security personnel as contradictory to their professional integrity and the constitutional rights of Nigerians.
Ugochinyere reaffirmed that the rally would proceed despite the intimidation, stressing that political mobilization is a fundamental democratic right. He also called for the Inspector General of Police to take immediate action against the security personnel involved in the incident, highlighting the importance of allowing citizens to exercise their constitutional rights peacefully.
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