The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has called for immediate suspension of the local government election in Osun State, saying it received credible intelligence indicating a high likelihood of violence and significant security threats.
Reports gathered from joint intelligence gathering revealed that various groups, including political elements and other interest parties, are mobilising to instigate unrest, disrupt public peace and undermine the democratic order, police said yesterday.
Force PRO, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi last night said given this imminent threat to security, the NPF strongly advised the Osun State government to suspend the planned elections forthwith in the interest of public safety and national stability.
He said the force had assessed the current security landscape and determined that proceeding with the elections under these volatile conditions could escalate into widespread unrest, endangering lives and property.
He also noted that the Nigeria Police Force, in collaboration with other security agencies, was fully prepared to take decisive action to prevent any breakdown of law and order.
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