The Delta State Police Command has assured the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of its continued security support for electoral activities across the state.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Samuel Etaifo Erale, gave the assurance when he received the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) of INEC in Delta State, Sir Etekamba Udo Umoren, on a courtesy visit to the State Police Headquarters in Asaba.
The visit was aimed at strengthening collaboration between the Police and INEC on electoral security.
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During the meeting, Umoren noted that the increase in state constituencies was expected to attract more contestants, making enhanced security arrangements necessary.
He commended the Police Command for providing security during the recent Udu Constituency by-election and assured Erale of INEC’s readiness to provide relevant information to support effective security planning and public safety.
Responding, the police commissioner appreciated the visit and reiterated that providing security and maintaining law and order remained fundamental responsibilities of the Nigeria Police Force.
Erale reaffirmed the command’s commitment to providing adequate security for electoral activities across Delta State.
He also emphasised the need for professionalism, neutrality and sustained cooperation among security agencies and other relevant stakeholders to ensure peaceful electoral activities in the state.
The police command reiterated its commitment to working with INEC to maintain law and order and safeguard the electoral process.
