{
  "id": 10781529,
  "title": "Niger CP orders tighter security for political campaigns, ember months",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/niger-cp-orders-tighter-security-for-political-campaigns-ember-months",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T20:53:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/niger-cp-orders-tighter-security-for-political-campaigns-ember-months/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In Niger State, Commissioner of Police Adamu Abdullahi Elleman has mandated local police to enhance security measures surrounding political campaigns and mitigate clashes between competing campaign activities. At a strategic monthly conference on September 29, 2026, Elleman emphasized the importance of safeguarding all political parties and efficiently managing overlapping campaign schedules to prevent violence and ensure public order.\n\nThe directive stems from the state's security assessment, operational challenges, and Force guidelines, particularly concerning political activities leading up to the 2027 general elections. Following the meeting, Elleman highlighted a recent deployment of tactical teams and operational assets to Borgu Local Government Area, which he reported has led to a decrease in violent crime in the region and garnered public commendation.\n\nElleman instructed Divisional Police Officers to maintain close monitoring of Farmers/Herders Committees, report their activities comprehensively to the Command, and strengthen cooperation with these committees. He also reviewed the outcome of the 2026 Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers (CARSPO) held in Imo State, which centered on election security, electoral offenses, cybercrime, and other security matters relevant to the upcoming elections.\n\nAs the period of heightened potential for unrest, known as the ember months, commences, Elleman instructed Area Commanders and Divisional Police Officers to employ proactive, intelligence-led policing strategies to prevent crime and swiftly respond to emerging threats. Ahead of the October 1 Independence Day celebrations, he ordered a robust security presence across Niger State to ensure the festivities are peaceful and orderly.\n\nElleman urged officers to remain vigilant, professional, and responsive to security challenges, while reaffirming his dedication to enhancing intelligence-led policing, community partnerships, and operational effectiveness throughout the Command. He urged the personnel to uphold their constitutional obligations and safeguard lives and property in the state.",
  "summary": "The Commissioner of Police in Niger State, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, has directed Area Commanders and Divisional Police Officers across the state to strengthen security around political campaigns and ensure that clashes between rival campaign activities are prevented. Elleman gave the directive on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, during the Niger State Police Command’s strategic monthly […] Niger…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}