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Police Call For Immediate Suspension Of Osun LG Elections

by Ejike Ejike and Leadership News
5 months ago
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Police Call For Immediate Suspension Of Osun LG Elections
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The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has called for the immediate suspension of the local government elections in Osun State slated for Saturday, February 22, saying that it has received credible intelligence indicating a high likelihood of violence and significant security threats.

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These reports gathered from joint intelligence gathering revealed that various groups, including political elements and other interest parties, were mobilising to instigate unrest, disrupt public peace, and undermine the democratic order.

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Force PRO, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement on Friday night, said given the 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.

 

The Force has assessed the current security landscape and determined that proceeding with the elections under the volatile conditions could escalate into widespread unrest, endangering lives and property.

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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.

“However, to avert unnecessary confrontation and safeguard the democratic process, it is in the best interest of all stakeholders that the elections be stood down,” the Police image maker stated.

The Force PRO further noted that beyond the security concerns, it was also imperative to consider the legal clarification by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice on the extant judicial pronouncements concerning local government administration in Osun State with regards to the Court of Appeal judgement delivered on the February 10, 2025 which stands to have nullified the Federal High Court’s previous decision and reinforces the position that the elections, as presently contemplated, lack a firm legal foundation.

He added that in light of the combination of heightened security threats and the existing legal complexities, the Nigeria Police Force advised the Osun State government to reconsider and suspend the planned elections immediately.

The NPF reiterated its unwavering commitment to maintaining peace, protecting lives and property, and ensuring that Nigeria’s democratic processes are upheld in accordance with the law.


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