Maldives Police Service (MPS) has entered the head office of former President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom's faction of the divided Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) and removed the flags and name board at the office.

The officers entered the premises around 1930hrs Friday night after dismantling the locks on the main door.

The entry came after Police had issued a notice to the PPM President's faction to remove the flags and name board at the office before 1800hrs Friday. An order issued by Police on Maumoon's faction said that PPM flag and logo cannot be used under PPM President’s name. Additionally, the order said the faction cannot use the Party name to hold any activities.

Police added that they will remove the boards and flags if necessary and will not be held responsible for any damages during the process. 

The police warning came after an order by the Civil Court on Thursday night.

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