IGP Guarantees a Peaceful, Credible Election in Ekiti to Electoral Stakeholders

Linus Aleke in Abuja

Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu confirmed that the Nigeria Police Force, working with other security agencies through the Inter‑Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES), is fully committed to ensuring a peaceful, secure, free, and credible governorship election in Ekiti State.

The Police have finalized deployment plans and operational strategies for all 16 local government areas, 154 wards, and more than 2,400 polling units. Personnel and assets have been positioned to protect voters, electoral officials, observers, and other participants.

In a statement from Force Public Relations Officer DCP Anthony Placid, the IGP pledged that the Nigeria Police Force would remain professional and impartial throughout the election period.

He urged political actors to observe the Peace Accord and conduct their activities peacefully.

The statement encouraged Ekiti residents to exercise their constitutional rights freely and without fear, assuring them of adequate security before, during, and after the election.

Reiterating the Force’s commitment to democratic values and public order, the statement noted:
“The Inspector‑General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, on Thursday, 21st May 2026, attended the Election Stakeholders’ Meeting and Signing of the Peace Accord ahead of the forthcoming Ekiti State Governorship Election in Ado‑Ekiti, where he reaffirmed the readiness of the Nigeria Police Force to ensure a peaceful, secure, free, and credible electoral process across the State.”

“The event brought together key electoral and political stakeholders including representatives of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the National Peace Committee led by former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (Rtd), political parties, candidates, traditional rulers, civil society groups, security agencies, religious leaders, and members of the diplomatic and observer community.”

The IGP praised INEC and the National Peace Committee for their ongoing efforts to promote peaceful democratic participation and strengthen public confidence in the electoral process.

He specifically acknowledged former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar’s leadership and continued commitment to peace, national unity, and democratic stability in the country.