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From Molly Kilete, Abuja
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Usman Baba, has ordered state commissioners of police to mobilise resources at their disposal, to defend the electorate, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials, and sensitive materials in Saturday’s governorship and state House of Assembly elections.
Similarly, the IGP has assured Nigerians, especially the electorate, of adequate security and a level playing ground during the elections.
The IGP stated these during his meeting with Strategic Police Managers, to discuss and review topical issues and strategies for a more secured electoral process.
He urged the commissioners to carry out their strategic deployments in accordance with the developed standard operating procedure for polling units, to ensure maximum protection against intimidation, harassment and assault on law-abiding citizens during the electoral process.
He equally charged all election commanders in various states to take up complaints of intimidation, harassment, and assault reported by individuals/groups for proper investigation.
The IGP assured Nigerians, particularly the electorate and INEC officials, that the Nigeria Police Force is in synergy with other security agencies, to ensure adequate security and protection of fundamental rights nationwide.
