The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun, on Friday, directed the restriction of movement in Edo State ahead of the governorship election slated for Saturday, September 21, 2024.
According to the Police boss, the development is to ensure adequate measures are put in place for peaceful, transparent, and credible elections.
Speaking in a statement issued by the Force spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi said the IG ordered the restriction of all vehicular movement on roads, waterways, and other forms of transportation from 6 am to 6 pm on the election day.
He added that those on essential duties, including accredited media, electoral officials, ambulances, and emergency responders, are exempted from the order.
Adejobi said, “The Inspector-General of Police has announced comprehensive security measures to ensure a peaceful, transparent, and credible electoral process during the upcoming Edo off-cycle election scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 2024.
“In preparation for the election, the IGP has ordered the restriction of all vehicular movement on roads, waterways, and other forms of transportation from 6 am to 6 pm on the election day. Exceptions will be made for essential services, including accredited media, electoral officials, ambulances, and emergency responders.
“To maintain the integrity of the electoral process, the IGP has implemented a ban on all security aides and escorts accompanying VIPs to polling booths and collation centres.
“Unauthorised security personnel and quasi-security outfits are prohibited from operating during the election, and the use of sirens by unauthorized vehicles is strictly forbidden to ensure a calm environment for voters,=.”
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