Olusegun Ariyo
Ahead of the Saturday gubernatorial election in Ondo State, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has deployed DIG Sylvester Abiodun Alabi as the coordinating DIG for the Elections.
A statement issued on Thursday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi said the DIG is tasked with overseeing the implementation of the police security strategies to maintain law and order throughout the electoral period.
The IGP also deployed AIG Bennett Igweh and CP Tunji Disu as AIG and CP Elections respectively.
The statement added that there will be a restriction of all vehicular movements on roads, waterways, and other means of transportation from 6am to 6pm on Saturday the election day.
Adejobi said only those on essential services, such as ambulances, media officials, fire services, and other accredited media would be allowed.
The statement reads, “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.
“Designated election lines have been established for inquiries and reporting incidents. These lines will be publicized as soon as possible.
“The Nigeria Police Force urges citizens to report all suspicious activities that may threaten the integrity of the electoral process and reaffirms its commitment to fostering a safe and democratic environment as the state gears up for the elections”.
