2027 election: Ogun CP warns against violence, steps up security at INEC office

The Ogun State Police Commissioner, CP Bode Ojajuni, has cautioned political parties, candidates and supporters to refrain from violence and intimidation ahead of the 2027 general elections. During a visit to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, office in Abeokuta, Ojajuni said the visit aimed to evaluate security preparations for INEC staff, facilities and materials.

He stressed that INEC is a vital component of Nigeria's democracy and must be safeguarded. Ojajuni promised to employ intelligence-driven policing, early threat detection, and coordinated security actions to protect electoral officials, voters and materials. He assured that all security operations would be carried out legally and without bias.

Earlier, Ojajuni had organized a security workshop in Abeokuta for security agencies and stakeholders, including INEC, to enhance collaboration prior to the elections. He urged political parties and candidates to avoid violence and intimidation, and residents to report genuine security concerns to their local police station rather than disseminating false information.

The Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mrs Feyijimi Saseyi, appreciated the police visit and pledged INEC's dedication to a free, fair, transparent and credible election process.