The National Coalition Against Mass Killings and Impunity, in collaboration with the Gani Fawehinmi Memorial Organisation (GAFAMORG), has issued a formal notification to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, and other security agencies regarding a planned peaceful protest on June 12.

The protest, according to the coalition, is aimed at drawing attention to the worsening state of injustice, insecurity, economic hardship, corruption, and other pressing national concerns.

In an open letter dated June 2, the coalition urged all security agencies to uphold the constitutional rights of peaceful protesters, warning against any use of excessive force, brutality, or deployment of lethal weapons.

The letter, signed by Babatunde Agunbiade, was also copied to the Chief of Defence Staff; Director General, Department of State Services (DSS); Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation; Chairman, National Human Rights Commission; the United Nations Office in Nigeria; the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights; as well as both international and local media organisations.

“We caution all security operatives against the criminalisation or militarisation of peaceful protest actions. Any incidents of violence, brutality, unlawful arrests, or enforced disappearances will be resisted and thoroughly documented,” the coalition stated.

It warned that any security personnel or commanders found guilty of violating the rights of protesters would be held accountable locally and internationally.

“There will be no hiding place for perpetrators of state violence. All criminal conduct by security agents will be escalated to appropriate domestic and international legal and human rights institutions,” the statement added.

The coalition also appealed to all participants in the protest to remain non-violent and law-abiding. It disclosed that legal aid teams and human rights defenders are being mobilised across the country to monitor proceedings and provide assistance where necessary.

Highlighting the symbolic importance of June 12 — Nigeria’s Democracy Day — the coalition called it a powerful reminder of the people’s right to resist injustice and demand accountability.

They demanded that the IGP and heads of other security agencies issue clear directives to personnel on the ground to prevent the use of live ammunition or any form of deadly force.

“No accidental discharge. No stray bullets. Accountability must follow any violations that occur during the June 12 protests,” the statement read.

The coalition urged the Nigerian government to choose the path of law, dialogue, and restraint over repression and violence.

“The whole world is watching,” the coalition warned.