Get Guardian on GoogleThe All Progressives Congress (APC) rally in Borno State has witnessed a massive turnout of party supporters amid tight security at the Sports Centre on Monday in Maiduguri, the state capital.
Security personnel also heavily secured the venue and surrounding areas to maintain law and order and prevent any breach of peace.
An APC stakeholder, Hassan Musa, said the heavy security presence was necessary to ensure a peaceful and orderly gathering.
Musa said the state was gradually recovering from years of security challenges and that all stakeholders had a responsibility to protect the prevailing peace.
“Perhaps the tight security is to ensure that there is no breach of peace.
“Borno is gradually picking up the pieces, and we do not want anything that could undermine the peace we are currently enjoying,” he said.
He commended the security agencies for their visible presence and efforts to safeguard participants at the rally.
Another supporter, Safarawu Bulama, expressed appreciation for the conduct of security personnel, saying their professionalism and effective crowd management ensured a safe environment.
She said the security arrangement showed the importance of protecting lives and property during political activities.
