Ondo Governorship Election: Police Deploy DIG Alabi, AIG Igweh, Restrict Vehicular Movement
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The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has deployed Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) Sylvester Abiodun Alabi to oversee security during the Ondo State governorship election scheduled for Saturday ¹. DIG Alabi will coordinate police strategies to maintain law and order throughout the electoral period.
Key Security Measures
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- Restriction of Vehicular Movement: All vehicular movements on roads, waterways, and other means of transportation will be restricted from 6 am to 6 pm on election day, except for essential services like ambulances, media officials, and fire services ¹.
- Ban on VIP Escorts: Security aides and escorts attached to VIPs are prohibited from accompanying VIPs to polling booths and collation centers to prevent disruptions ¹.
- Prohibition of Unauthorized Security Personnel: Quasi-security agencies and unauthorized security personnel will not be permitted to operate during the election ¹.
- Special Consideration: Individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, nursing mothers, and those facing mobility challenges will receive special consideration to ensure accessibility at polling stations ¹.
Additionally, the IGP has deployed Assistant Inspector-General (AIG) Bennett Igweh and Commissioner of Police (CP) Tunji Disu to support election security efforts ¹. The police have also established designated election lines for inquiries and reporting incidents ¹.
