As protesters begin the August 1st nationwide protest today, residents of Lagos state have presently deserted the roads and streets as armed security personnel takes strategic positions across the metropolis.
According to Vanguard report, the roads are virtually empty as only commercial buses, popularly called Danfo could be seen operating. Special security personnel, tagged: CP Tactical Squad, Lagos State Police Command, are stationed at Egbeda Bus Stop, monitoring the development.
The ever-busy Bus Rapid Transit, BRT terminals were empty as there were no buses in sight while passengers that dared to go out, scuttled to board Danfos.
A number of banks, eateries, fuel stations, superstores, and other business enterprises were seen under lock and key. Miscreants were also sighted on major roads like: Ikotun, Egbeda, Dopemu, Ikeja, Ojota, gisting and consuming alcoholic drinks and smoking.
As of 7.30 am, there was no sign of likely protest as protesters could not be seen anywhere but armed special task force, Rapid Response Squad men were in large numbers across the metropolis.
Police helicopter was seen on surveillance operating across the metropolis.
Armoured Personnel carriers, APC vehicles, and vans were seen stationed at strategic points at Gani Fawenhimi Freedom Park as well as Peace Park, Ojota area.
