IGP Olatunji Disu Promises Peaceful 2027 Elections
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, assured Nigerians that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is fully prepared to ensure peaceful and violence-free general elections in 2027. Disu made this statement during a grand reception in Lagos, organized by old students of St Gregory’s College, where he received a Lifetime Achievement Award.
He highlighted the police's commitment to replicating the successes of recent off-cycle elections, citing the peaceful conduct of the recent Ekiti and Osun state elections, where no fatalities were reported. Disu stated that preparations for the 2027 elections have already begun, including training and sensitization of senior officers designated for election security duties.
He mentioned that Commissioners of Police and other personnel involved in the electoral process have received briefings regarding their responsibilities.
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