… Embark on Show of force exercise
In an attempt to forestall likely post election crisis as the Edo 2024 Governorship Elections gradually winds down, the Nigeria Police Force has activated a post-election security strategy.
The Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP) in-charge of the Elections, DIG Frank Mba, who activated the post-election security strategy of the Force, said that is not limited to that as the force has also commenced show of Force Exercise.
Mba, in a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi said these strategies are designed to boost the confidence of citizens and to reassure of the readiness of the Force to respond appropriately to any possible threat to public safety and security in the State.
In line with the post-election security strategy, the DIG has ordered enhanced deployment in and around INEC facilities, key stakeholders involved in the election and other critical infrastructure within the State.
Meanwhile, the Nigeria Police Force calls on citizens to remain peaceful and law abiding while going about their endeavours. The Force however warns against any conduct by any individual or group capable of disrupting the existing peace in the State, noting that the Force and the security forces are prepared than ever before to ensure continuous peace in the State.
