IGP Egbetokun Assures Impartiality And Professionalism In Edo Gubernatorial Election

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has pledged that the police will ensure a fair and unbiased atmosphere for all political parties contesting in the upcoming Edo State governorship election on September 21.

Speaking on Thursday in Benin during a peace accord signing by political parties and their candidates, Egbetokun reiterated the police’s commitment to impartiality. The peace accord was facilitated by the National Peace Committee, headed by former military leader, General Abdulsalami Abubakar.

While several political parties and their candidates signed the agreement, including the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Monday Okpebholo, and Labour Party (LP) candidate, Olumide Akpata, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate declined to participate.

Egbetokun emphasized that the police would remain neutral and professional, ensuring a safe environment for the elections. He called on all stakeholders to collaborate in maintaining peace during the process.

“Our role is to safeguard the electoral process with integrity. The police will remain impartial and vigilant, ensuring that all political parties have an equal opportunity,” Egbetokun stated. He further urged all parties to foster peace, tolerance, and respect, creating a space where voters can freely exercise their right without fear or intimidation.