The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Dr Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun has commended the Nigeria Police Force personnel and other security agencies for their exceptional professional conduct during the recently concluded Edo State governorship elections.
This was contained in a statement made available to news men in Abuja on Wednesday by the Force Public Relations officer, FPRO, Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
According to the statement, the IGP noted; “‘the peaceful conduct of the governorship election serves as a testament to the dedication and hard work of the security forces.
“The IGP specifically expresses appreciation for the exemplary display of discipline and neutrality exhibited by security personnel throughout the election period. Their commitment to maintaining law and order, ensuring public safety, and protecting the democratic process is truly commendable.
It added that in the same vein, the IGP also saluted the courage, maturity, and resilience of the good people of Edo State for their orderliness and exhibition of democratic values during the polls, urged them to remain calm, law-abiding, and vigilant even as the electoral process had been peacefully concluded.
According to it, the Police boss assured members of the public of steadfastness in the commitment of the Nigeria Police to ensure the safety and security of the people of Nigeria
The statement added that the IGP has directed tactical squads and intelligence contingents deployed to the state for the conduct of the election to remain in the state to continue to fortify security measures until further notice saying that this proactive measure was to maintain stability and public safety throughout the state.
It explained that all arrested persons for electoral offences would be prosecuted by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC while those arrested for other criminal offences would be arraigned before the court on completion of investigations.
It further added that the Police boss reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to protecting democracy and ensuring the integrity of the electoral process in Nigeria, stressing that, “We will continue to strive for excellence in our duties, upholding the principles of fairness, justice, and accountability”.
According to the statement, “In another development, the Inspector-General of Police commiserated with the Kano State Command, families and friends of the five policemen who lost their lives in a ghastly motor accident on Tuesday at Karfi village in Kura Local Government Area of Kano State, along Zaria-Kano Expressway, while returning to Kano after the Edo State election duties.
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