Kwara LG Polls: Police announces restriction of movement, security measures
The Kwara State Police command has announced the implementation of security measures and restriction of movements as part of the efforts to ensure a peaceful electoral process for the local government elections.
The local government election in the state is scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 2024 across all the 16 local government areas in Kwara state.
In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Toun Ejire-Adeyemi anipr, the Kwara State police Commissioner, Mr. Victor Olaiya urged all residents to comply with this directive.
According to the state electoral body, Five political parties registered to participate in the election.
The statement reads in full;
Kwara State Police Command.
Immediate Press Release.
19th September, 2024.
The Editors,
KWARA L.G ELECTIONS: CP KWARA IMPLEMENTS SECURITY MEASURES, RESTRICTIONS ON MOVEMENT
as CP urges all residents to comply with this directive
The Kwara State Police Command wishes to inform the public that there will be restriction of all vehicular movement. This will be imposed from 12:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday, 21st September 2024, in relation to the upcoming Local Government Elections. This measure has been put in place to ensure the security and smooth conduct of the electoral process.
However, exceptions will be given to persons rendering essential services, accredited electoral officials, authorized media personnel, electoral observers and emergency responders. Armed Security Personnel on VIP protection/escort duties have been restricted from escorting their VIPs to the polling boots.
We urge all residents to comply with this directive, and we emphasize that any individual found violating the curfew will face the full wrath of the law.
In the event of any complaints, observations, or irregularities at polling units, or if you have any information to share, please contact the command via the following emergency lines:
- 0703 206 9501
- 0812 527 5046
- 08037098886
- 08078255661 (SMS or WhatsApp Messages only).
Your cooperation is crucial to maintaining peace and order during this important civic exercise.
The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Police Command, CP Victor Olaiya psc(+) reaffirms his dedication to safeguarding kwara State and its citizens; ensuring the L.G elections is fair and peaceful.
Signed
DSP Toun Ejire-Adeyemi anipr
Police Public Relations Officer,
For:-The Commissioner of Police,
Kwara State Police Command.
