BREAKING: IGP Gives Order As Edo Voters Go to The Polls, Details Emerge

BREAKING: IGP Gives Order As Edo Voters Go to The Polls, Details Emerge

Legit.ng journalist, Ridwan Adeola Yusuf, has over 9 years of experience covering politics and elections in Nigeria.

Benin City, Edo state - Kayode Egbetokun, the inspector-general of police (IGP), has ordered the restriction of all vehicular movement on roads and waterways from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, September 21, during the governorship election in Edo state.

The IGP made this known on Friday, September 20, according to a statement signed by the spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).

The statement said the IGP mandated that special attention be afforded to individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, nursing mothers, the aged, and those with mobility challenges, ensuring that polling stations in both urban and rural settings are accessible to all.

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It partly reads:

“Political parties, candidates, and their supporters are urged to conduct themselves responsibly and in compliance with electoral laws, as any violations or attempts to disrupt the electoral process will be met with the full extent of the law.
“The IGP reaffirms the dedication of the Nigeria Police Force to promoting a safe and democratic environment.
“Through collaborative efforts, we can guarantee that the forthcoming elections in Edo, specifically and the future, are held fairly and peacefully.”

Read the full statement below:

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Ridwan Adeola (Current Affairs Editor) Ridwan Adeola Yusuf is a content creator with more than nine years of experience, He is also a Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng. He holds a Higher National Diploma in Mass Communication from the Polytechnic Ibadan, Oyo State (2014). Ridwan previously worked at Africa Check, contributing to fact-checking research works within the organisation. He is an active member of the Academic Excellence Initiative (AEI). In March 2024, Ridwan completed the full Google News Initiative Lab workshop and his effort was recognised with a Certificate of Completion. Email: ridwan.adeola@corp.legit.ng.