By Chizoba Njaka
The Anambra State Police Command has concluded arrangements with sister security agencies and other relevant stakeholders to ensure a peaceful and secure conduct of the Local Government Elections scheduled for Aug. 29. The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, coordinated with the heads of various security agencies in the State and harmonised their operational plans ahead of the elections.
According to an official statement issued to journalists in Awka by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the coordinated security measures are designed to protect residents, voters, electoral officials, political actors and other stakeholders, while maintaining law and order before, during and after the exercise.
The command also announced ease of movement across the State during the election period, stressing that officers and personnel deployed for the elections have been directed to maintain the highest standards of professionalism, neutrality and discipline, while respecting the fundamental rights of citizens.
CP Oji Ama urged political parties, candidates, supporters and other stakeholders to conduct themselves peacefully and strictly adhere to the laws guiding the electoral process.
The police command further advised residents to remain vigilant and refrain from circulating unverified information. Members of the public were encouraged to promptly report suspicious activities or persons to the nearest police station or through the command’s established communication channels.
The command assured residents that, in collaboration with sister security agencies, it remains fully prepared to safeguard lives and property and ensure that the Local Government Elections are conducted in a peaceful, orderly and secure atmosphere.
Chizoba Njaka is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
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