- NLC had slated protests for Tuesday and Wednesday across the country, over the high cost of living.
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The body claims that the hardship in the land followed the hike in prices of goods and services consequent upon the removal of fuel subsidy and the free fall of the naira
Adegoke Fayoade, the commissioner of police in Lagos says its command provided water and biscuits to protesters to prevent collapse.
Fayoade who spoke to NAN in Lagos, said the long distance and hot weather for Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) protesters, emphasizing the need for at least water and biscuits for participants to ensure a successful protest.
“I provided water and biscuits because I don’t want anyone to collapse on the way. We have to use water to strengthen everybody. That is the least we could do,” he said.
“The protest went on as agreed with the NLC leadership. We promised them protection and we provided such from the beginning to the end.
“The same protection will be provided on Wednesday and I will be part of the operation.”
The commissioner of police pledged to maintain the security of lives and properties and urged residents to provide timely information on crimes to support the police.
He described the protest as peaceful nothing that no one was arrested for any violations during the protest.
Many protesters were seen rushing for the refreshments being distributed from patrol vehicles by police personnel on the way.
The NLC protest is stated to continue on Wednesday