Yenagoa— The Bayelsa State Police Command on Friday, restated its ban on unlawful and unauthorized gathering in the state.

This follows the violent clash between suspected political thugs at Kpansia Community in Yenagoa Local Government Area on Thursday, 20th January 2022.

In a statement by SP Asinim Butswat, Police Public Relations Officer, the Bayelsa State Command warned that “it will not condone any act(s) of illegality by any person or group of persons in the guise of protest or campaign, as the ban on rally, campaign and protest has not been lifted yet.”

While soliciting for “the co-operation and understanding of Political party faithfuls and members of the public to comply with this order,” the statement added that it is aimed at ensuring public safety in the state.