On the fundamental right of Nigerian citizens to assemble freely and protest without any inhibition whatsoever, Adekeye JCA once stated that: "Public Order Act should be promulgated to compliment sections 39 and 40 of the Constitution in context and not to stifle or cripple it.
A rally or placard carrying demonstration has become a form of expression of views on current issues affecting government and the governed in a sovereign state. It is a tread recognized and deeply entrenched in the system of governance in civilized countries.
We must borrow a leaf from those who have trekked the rugged path of democracy and are now reaping the dividend of their experience.
How long shall we continue with the present attitude of allowing our society to be haunted by the memories of oppression and gagging meted out to us by our colonial masters to enforce our rights under the Constitution?"
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