President Muhammadu Buhari has come out to say that any act of hooliganism hiding behind lawful and peaceful protests will not be tolerated in the country.

He recently revealed that refraining from such is key to ensure peace and stability in Nigeria.

According to him, the Nigerian Armed Forces should be praised for their efforts at swiftly restoring law and order in various states during the violence that trailed the #ENDSARS protests.

He added that 2020 has been a very challenging year, especially amid the COVID-19 pandemic and its negative impact on almost every aspect of national life.

His words, ”In spite of this, I am pleased to note that the Army remained resolute in the discharge of its Constitutional roles.

“The Army’s support of civil authorities in the management of the COVID-19 Pandemic is a case in point.

”Also, the peaceful elections conducted in Edo and Ondo States would not have been achieved without the high level of professionalism displayed by all security agencies, including the Army.”

”I have also been briefed about the tremendous successes that have been achieved by troops during the ongoing Operation FIRE BALL in the North East.

”I charge you all to sustain these efforts until the full restoration of peace and security in the nation is achieved.”

”As we pray for the repose of their souls, we must strengthen our collective resolve to address those issues that will make every part of our country a safe and secure place to live and carry out our normal business.”

”It is in line with this that the Army, as part of its welfare initiative and in line with the Federal Government’s housing programme, is undertaking the Housing Scheme for families and next of kins of troops that were killed in action in the fight against insurgency and other criminalities in the country.

”I believe this initiative will act as a huge morale booster to the troops on the frontlines as well as project the Army in good light.

”On our part, I assure you that this administration will continue to do all within available resources to provide for your operational and welfare needs.”