LG poll: Police restrict movement in Kwara

Kwara State Police Command has restricted movement as parts of security measures put in place for the scheduled Saturday local government election in the state.

In a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, Toun Ejire-Adeyemi, in Ilorin on Friday, she said that there would be restrictions on all vehicular movement between 12:00 am and 6:00 pm on Saturday.

The statement quoted the state commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya, urging residents to comply with the directive.

The statement also restricted all armed Security Personnel on VIP protection/escort duties from escorting their VIPs to the polling booths.

“The Kwara State Police Command wishes to inform the public that there will be restrictions of all vehicular movement.

“This will be imposed from 12:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday, 21st September 2024, in relation to the upcoming Local Government Elections. This measure has been put in place to ensure the security and smooth conduct of the electoral process.

“However, exceptions will be given to persons rendering essential services, accredited electoral officials, authorized media personnel, electoral observers and emergency responders.

“Armed Security Personnel on VIP protection/escort duties have been restricted from escorting their VIPs to the polling boots.

“We urge all residents to comply with this directive, and we emphasize that any individual found violating the curfew will face the full wrath of the law.

“Your cooperation is crucial to maintaining peace and order during this important civic exercise.

“The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Police Command, CP Victor Olaiya psc(+) reaffirms his dedication to safeguarding Kwara State and its citizens; ensuring the L.G elections is fair and peaceful”.

NIGERIAN TRIBUNE