Enugu LG Elections: Police Chief Deploys Forces And Imposes Movement Restrictions

Enugu LG Elections: Police Chief Deploys Forces And Imposes Movement Restrictions

Enugu State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Kanayo Uzuegbu, has mandated a significant deployment of personnel and operational resources to ensure peaceful local council elections on September 21…..CONTINUE READING 

Uzuegbu has also imposed restrictions on human and vehicular movement in the state from 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on election day, with exceptions for essential service providers, media personnel, election officials, and accredited observers.

This directive was outlined in a statement by the command’s DSP, Daniel Ndukwe, who noted that the restriction also applies to armed security personnel on VIP protection duties. The CP emphasized that no security personnel should escort VIPs to polling centers.

He indicated that the security management for the elections will involve collaboration among all security agencies in the state.

“The Command warns that any form of electoral violence will not be tolerated before, during, or after the elections. Political parties and their members are urged to behave responsibly and adhere to the election guidelines set by the Enugu State Independent Electoral Commission (ENSIEC),” he said.

Uzuegbu also cautioned potential troublemakers to stay away, assuring that security forces are prepared to take decisive action against any criminal activity. He urged parents and guardians to discourage their children from participating in thuggery during the elections, stating that those caught will face severe legal consequences.