Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu says at least four police officers will be deployed to each polling unit during the August 15 Osun State governorship election as authorities intensify security preparations.
The Nigeria Police Force will deploy a minimum of four personnel to each polling unit for the August 15 governorship election in Osun State, Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has said.
Disu described the deployment as part of an extensive security arrangement designed to protect voters, electoral officials and other stakeholders before, during and after the election.
The IGP also assured residents that the police would provide adequate security across the state and urged voters to participate in the election without fear.
The planned deployment comes as security agencies intensify preparations for the Osun governorship poll, with authorities warning political actors and their supporters against actions capable of disrupting the electoral process.
According to reports on the police preparations, thousands of personnel are expected to be deployed across the state, with particular attention being paid to polling units and other locations considered vulnerable to electoral violence.
Disu also urged politicians and their supporters to avoid violence, stressing that no election is worth the loss of human life.
The August 15 election is expected to attract significant political attention as major parties battle for control of the state.
The police have also warned that electoral offences and attempts to compromise the voting process will attract appropriate action.
What We Know
- The police plan to deploy at least four officers to each polling unit.
- The deployment is for the August 15 Osun governorship election.
- The police say the objective is to protect voters and maintain security.
- The IGP has urged residents to vote without fear.
Why It Matters
The scale of the planned deployment highlights the security importance attached to the Osun governorship election and the authorities’ effort to prevent violence and electoral disruption.