IGP Assures Professionalism, Impartial Policing During 2027 Polls

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has assured Nigerians that the Police will demonstrate professionalism, impartiality and commitment to democratic values before, during and after the 2027 general elections.
Mr Disu gave the assurance in a chat with newsmen after the launch of a book titled “The Origin of Women in Nigeria Police Force”, authored by Dame Stella Okuyiga, a 96-year-old retired Deputy Commissioner of Police, in Port Harcourt.
The IGP expressed confidence that the Force would deliver credible security arrangements for the forthcoming elections.
He assured Nigerians that the police would rise to the occasion and make the country proud.
He also disclosed that the police had commenced preparations for the 2027 general elections, including engagements with commissioners of police and other senior officers to review previous electoral experiences and identify areas requiring improvement.
According to him, the review was aimed at strengthening the operational capacity of the Force and ensuring that lessons learnt from previous elections would inform security strategies for the next general elections.
The IGP stressed the importance of adequate planning, professionalism and effective coordination among police formations, noting that the success of electoral security would depend largely on the preparedness and conduct of officers deployed for election duties.
He said the police remained committed to discharging their constitutional responsibilities in a manner that would promote public confidence, protect voters and safeguard the electoral process.
Mr Disu’s assurance comes amid growing public expectations that security agencies will provide a peaceful atmosphere for Nigerians to exercise their franchise without intimidation, violence or other forms of electoral malpractices.
The publication chronicles the history and contributions of women in the Nigeria Police Force, highlighting their service and the role they have played in the development of the institution over the years.
The IGP’s assurance has renewed attention on the responsibility of the police to provide adequate security for the 2027 general elections.
Nigerians expect the Force to uphold professionalism, protect democratic participation and ensure that the electoral process is conducted in a peaceful atmosphere.

King Onunwor