IG announces movement restriction on election days
(Nigeria) The Inspector General of Police, Mr Suleiman Abba,
has announced a movement restriction of the two days fixed for the 2015 general
elections.
Police spokesperson, Mr Emmanuel Ojukwu in a statement in
Abuja, on Tuesday, said “As part of efforts to ensure adequate security in the
forthcoming general elections across all the Federation on Saturday 28th March,
2015 and 11th April, 2015, the Inspector-General of Police, IG, Mr Suleiman
Abba, has ordered the restriction on vehicular movements as follows: on Saturday,
March 28, 2015, 8a.m. – 5p.m., only. On Saturday, April 11, 2015 8a.m. – 5p.m., only
“This total restriction of movements order applies to all,
except for Ambulances, Fire service trucks and others on essential duties.
Consequently, travellers and citizens who intend to use roads on these days and
hours are advised to plan alternative times for their travelling.
“While expressing his regrets over the inconveniences that
road users and the general public may encounter as a result of this
restriction, the IG appeals for the understanding and cooperation of the entire
citizenry, as the restriction is done in the nation’s interest.
“The IG assures that adequate security logistics and
manpower have been strategically deployed to achieve a most conducive
electioneering atmosphere. In this
regard, Policemen for election duty have been properly trained, briefed and
sensitized on their roles as stipulated in the Electoral Act. They are expected
to be professional, non-partisan, civil but firm in their approach and relation
to the public.
“Meanwhile, citizens are enjoined to remain vigilant and
report all suspicious movements or dealings to appropriate Police authority,”
the statement added.
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