2027 Elections: Army Charges Personnel to Remain Neutral, Professional
Chiemelie Ezeobi As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 General Elections, the Nigerian Army has charged its personnel to maintain strict political neutrality, professionalism and respect for the rule of law
The Nigerian Army has emphasized the importance of political neutrality and professionalism as it prepares for the 2027 General Elections. During the 81 Division Nigerian Army Sensitisation Lecture on the Conduct of Armed Forces Personnel during the 2027 General Elections, held on September 1, 2026, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division, Major General AA Babalola, charged military personnel to maintain strict adherence to the law, Rules of Engagement, the Code of Conduct, and the established chain of command while supporting election security operations.
This lecture aimed to deepen participants' understanding of the legal and operational responsibilities associated with election security, with Major General Babalola stressing that military participation in election security is constitutionally regulated and subordinate to civil authority.
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