The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has announced comprehensive security measures aimed at ensuring a peaceful, transparent, and credible electoral process during the upcoming Ondo off-season Gubernatorial election scheduled for Saturday, November 16, 2024.
In preparation for the elections, the IGP has deployed DIG Sylvester Abiodun Alabi as the coordinating DIG for the election.
This was contained in a statement made available to Thelensng on Thursday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
According to Adejobi, DIG Alabi has been tasked with overseeing the implementation of the Police security strategies to maintain law and order throughout the electoral period.
Similarly, AIG Bennett Igweh, and CP Tunji Disu have been deployed as AIG and CP Election respectively.
“As part of the security framework, there will be a restriction of all vehicular movements on roads, waterways, and other means of transportation from 6am to 6pm on Election Day, with the exception of those on essential services, such as ambulances, media officials, fire services, and other accredited media.
“Furthermore, security aides and escorts attached to VIPs are banned from accompanying VIPs to polling booths and collation centres to prevent disruptions. Unauthorized security personnel and quasi-security agencies will not be permitted to operate during the election, and a strict ban on the use of sirens by unauthorized vehicles will be enforced.
“Special consideration will also be extended to individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, nursing mothers, and those facing mobility challenges to ensure that polling stations remain accessible”, the statement partly read.
The police spoke person noted that designated election lines have been established for inquiries and reporting incidents, adding that these lines will be publicised as soon as possible.
The Nigeria Police Force urged citizens to report all suspicious activities that may threaten the integrity of the electoral process and reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a safe and democratic environment as the state gears up for the election.
The Police added that it will also be working with the military and other Federal security agencies as collaborative efforts from all stakeholders are vital to ensuring that the elections are conducted fairly and peacefully.
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