On Wednesday, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, and the INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, convened at the Force Headquarters in Abuja to devise a comprehensive security blueprint for the upcoming elections. The high-level meeting, which included top police brass and INEC commissioners, focused on ensuring peaceful and credible polls amid ongoing security challenges.
Professor Amupitan underscored the necessity of proactive security measures and specialized training for personnel. He particularly highlighted the need to create a safe voting environment for internally displaced persons and individuals with disabilities, enabling them to exercise their franchise without intimidation.
In response, IGP Disu described the meeting as a vital step for democratic stability. He outlined the Nigeria Police Force’s strategic initiatives, including intelligence mapping to curb political violence and cultism, secure logistics for election materials, coordinated multi-agency operations, and counter-disinformation efforts. He affirmed that all officers deployed for election duties would operate strictly within constitutional and electoral legal frameworks.
Disu assured that personnel are undergoing rigorous training on rules of engagement and human rights protection. He reiterated a zero-tolerance policy for professional misconduct, warning that any officer found wanting would face disciplinary action. The IGP pledged full police support to INEC and called for unwavering collaboration from all stakeholders to ensure a smooth electoral process.