The Inspector-General of Police IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has ordered the restriction of all vehicular movement on roads, waterways, and other forms of transportation from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday during the governorship election in Edo state.
The IGP made this known when he announced comprehensive security measures to ensure a peaceful, transparent, and credible electoral process during the Edo off-cycle election.
“Exceptions will be made for essential services, including accredited media, electoral officials, ambulances, and emergency responders”, he said.
A statement on Friday by force headquarters said, “To maintain the integrity of the electoral process, the IGP has implemented a ban on all security aides and escorts accompanying VIPs to polling booths and collation centres.
“Unauthorized security personnel and quasi-security outfits are prohibited from operating during the election, and the use of sirens by unauthorized vehicles is strictly forbidden to ensure a calm environment for voters.
“Furthermore, the IGP has mandated that special attention be afforded to individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, nursing mothers, aged, and those with mobility challenges, ensuring that polling stations in both urban and rural settings are accessible to all.
“The Inspector-General of Police, through the Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) for Edo Gubernatorial Election, DIG Frank Emeka Mba, has appealed to citizens to refrain from making prank calls to control room and designated help numbers, highlighting that text messages are more effective for operational purposes.
“The designated election lines for inquiries and reporting are: DIG Election DIG Frank Mba, 07025000383 and AIG Election AIG Benneth Igwe, 09085000029, while the general control room numbers are 08077773721 and 08037646272.
“The already activated joint control room is manned by police and relevant agencies engaged in the electoral process.
