2027: Police Warn Political Actors Against Incitement
.Insist incitement criminal offence under Nigeria laws Linus Aleke in Abuja The Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), CSP Anietie Iniedu, has cautioned political stakeholders in
CSP Anietie Iniedu, the Force Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has issued a stern warning to political figures in Nigeria against making inciting remarks that could lead to electoral violence ahead of the 2027 general elections. He emphasized that such remarks are a criminal offence under Nigeria's laws and that the NPF will not tolerate any form of incitement.
The police spokesperson also stated that they will prioritize maintaining law and order, irrespective of who is affected. During a joint briefing, Iniedu clarified that the police were investigating several individuals for making inciting comments and that witnesses' reluctance to testify was a significant challenge in prosecuting such cases.
He also addressed the issue of cows roaming the streets of the FCT, stating that it was not the police's responsibility to control animals.
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