Kano police complete security arrangements for Dawakin Kudu by-election
The Kano State Police Command says security arrangements have been completed for the Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area State Constituency by-election scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026. The Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES) in Kano State held a final strategic meeting on Tuesday at the office of its Co-Chairman, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu…
The Kano State Police Command has confirmed that security measures have been finalized for the upcoming by-election in Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area, set to take place on September 19, 2026. This was announced following a final strategic meeting held on Tuesday at the police headquarters by the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES) in Kano State.
The ICCES is chaired jointly by the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, and the Resident Electoral Commissioner in Kano State, Amb. Zango Abdu.
During the meeting, Bakori emphasized that the police and other security agencies have completed all necessary arrangements, working closely with other ICCES member agencies. He stated, "All necessary security arrangements have been concluded in liaison with other ICCES member agencies. We have deployed adequate personnel, intelligence assets, and operational resources to cover all polling units, collation centers, and strategic locations within Dawakin Kudu LGA."
According to Bakori, the Nigeria Police Force, in collaboration with other security forces, is committed to ensuring the safety of all stakeholders involved in the election.
Amb. Zango Abdu also reported that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has completed its preparations, including the deployment of both sensitive and non-sensitive electoral materials. The security agencies reviewed intelligence reports and potential threats, identifying key areas of concern within Dawakin Kudu LGA. They also discussed strategies to enhance cooperation and ensure a rapid response to any security issues that might arise during the election.
The ICCES resolved to intensify joint patrols, closely monitor social media for false information, and strictly enforce electoral laws. The police have also called on political parties, candidates, and their supporters to adhere to the rules and refrain from engaging in violence, vote-buying, or any activities that could undermine the electoral process.
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