Oyo State Commissioner of Police, Abimbola Olugbenga has promised the Command’s commitment to providing a level playing field for all political parties and candidates before, during and after the general elections.
The police boss gave the commitment the Accord Party gubernatorial candidate in the state for the 2027 general election, Oriyomi Hamzat led members of his campaign council on a courtesy visit to the Oyo State Police Command headquarters, Eleyele, Ibadan.
He emphasised that the Nigeria Police Force remains neutral and non-partisan in the discharge of its duties.
The commissioner further reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to maintaining law and order, protecting lives and property and fostering peace throughout Oyo State.
He stressed the importance of cooperation among political stakeholders and urged all parties to conduct their activities peacefully and within the ambit of the law.
Oriyomi, who expressed appreciation for the Command’s swift response to recent attacks on his campaign train, commended the Oyo State Police Command for its efforts in maintaining peace and order across the state.
He acknowledged the leadership of the Commissioner of Police for his commitment to ensuring security and public safety.
The Accord gubernatorial candidate stressed the importance of sustained collaboration between political actors and security agencies in promoting a peaceful political atmosphere especially as political campaigns and rallies gather momentum across the state.
Hamzat sought the continued cooperation and support of the Police Command to ensure that his campaign activities, including rallies and public engagements across the 33 local government areas of Oyo State are conducted peacefully and without disruption.
He reiterated the importance of protecting lives and property, safeguarding democratic participation and ensuring that every political party and candidate can exercise their constitutional rights without fear of violence or intimidation.
The visit underscores Oriyomi Hamzat’s commitment to peaceful political engagement, constructive dialogue with security agencies and the preservation of peace and democratic values in Oyo State as the journey towards the 2027 governorship election continues.
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