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Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa warned on Friday that the military would step in to assist police and other security agencies if violent protests in parts of the country got out of control.
The CDS gave the warning while briefing reporters on the violent activities of protesters in several parts of the country.
He said the military had been on standby to provide support to the police and other security agencies since the start of the protests, adding that they would not sit idly by and watch the situation get out of control.
The CDS said the military was determined to ensure total peace in all parts of the country with the support of all Nigerians, and urged everyone to understand the government.
“The funds that should be used for development should be used to repair the damage that has occurred so that we can continue to move forward.
“So instead of doing that, we should come together to make sure no one gets destroyed,” he said.
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Musa urged Nigerians to respect their local and state governments.
“I wish to once again appeal for the support of all Nigerians, the federal government, state governments and local governments, and let us avoid anything that will cause chaos in our society.
“We saw the level of damage that occurred yesterday and you can imagine if this continues.
“The armed forces and all security agencies will not sit idly by and watch this continue.
“We want to warn those at home, those who won’t listen. We will not stand by and watch our country fall apart.
“We will take action and action will be taken professionally. Anyone caught will be brought to court for processing,” he added.
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