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Police Unveil Post-Election Security Plan to Maintain Peace in Edo
As the 2024 Edo governorship election draws to a close, the Nigeria Police Force has unveiled a post-election security plan aimed at maintaining peace across the state.
This was announced by Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Frank Mba, who is overseeing the security operations for the election.
The announcement came through a statement issued on Sunday night by Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi, as tensions rose over the anticipated outcome of the election.
The new security measures, detailed in the statement, are designed to reassure the public and maintain order.
Among the strategies is a Show of Force Exercise, aimed at boosting citizens’ confidence and demonstrating the readiness of the police to respond to any potential threats to public safety.
Additionally, the police will increase their presence around key locations such as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) facilities, election stakeholders, and other critical infrastructure in the state.
The police urged the people of Edo State to remain calm, and law-abiding, and go about their daily activities without fear.
They emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and warned that any individual or group attempting to disrupt the state’s stability would face swift action from security forces.
The police reiterated their commitment to ensuring continuous peace and emphasized their preparedness to deal with any situation that might arise, assuring citizens that the security of the state remains their top priority.
It was reported that former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan has allegedly purchased a presidential candidate form for the 2027 elections.
It can be noted that Jonathan served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015.
This information was revealed by Sani Useni, a special assistant who made the claim. Many reacted to the news, with some expressing interest in seeing Jonathan return to power after staying relatively quiet politically since his administration ended.
However, Jonathan has not yet addressed the public or officially shared any presidential ambition.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has reacted to the recent abduction incident in Oyo State.
It can be recalled that schools were attacked by armed men, with some teachers and students reportedly taken. Some people were also killed during the attack.
CAN cried out on behalf of the public, stating “It is intolerable, disgraceful and utterly unacceptable that Nigerian children can no longer sit safely in classrooms without the fear of being kidnapped by armed gangs.”
The organisation also stated that Nigerians are tired of constantly mourning and questioning when something will finally be done to stop the violence.
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has revealed that seven teachers were abducted following a recent attack on a school in the state.
It was also shared that the number of students taken is still being investigated.
The governor further revealed that some people were killed during the attack and abduction.
He also added “With the pressure on the terrorists and the bandits in the North-West, they will keep moving southward.”
“When you have pressure in one place, we must be prepared on this side to either repel or neutralise any terrorists fleeing the pressure points.”
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