He said citizens had fundamental rights of freedom of expression, assembly and movement, which must always be upheld and protected by the police.

Mba said the I-G had appealed to protesters to continually conduct themselves peacefully and guide their ranks against infiltration by criminal elements.

He said the Force leadership had heard the voice of the people and pledged to do everything within its powers to address the observed ills, punish any offending officers and promote a people friendly police.