The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Edem Iniedu, gave the assurance while addressing a news conference on Friday in Osogbo.

Iniedu said the police had deployed personnel across the state to ensure a peaceful and credible poll.

He said that air and drone units had also been deployed to the state and had commenced surveillance patrols.

The police spokesperson said a unit of the Police Mobile Force (PMF) had been deployed in each of the 30 local government areas, with operations coordinated by commissioners and deputy commissioners of police.

He explained that two units of armed PMF personnel had been deployed in the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, office to assist with the movement of electoral materials and other critical operations.

Iniedu further stated that seven Special Protection Units personnel would be responsible for the movement of sensitive and non-sensitive electoral materials as well as the protection of electoral officers.

“At the command, we have two units of armed mobile force personnel for quick response.

“We also have pockets of armed patrols around the town at various checkpoints,” he said.

The police spokesman said the force was working closely with other security agencies to protect the lives of citizens, electoral officers and electoral materials throughout the period of the election.

He added that the police had put in place administrative and oversight mechanisms to ensure that the personnel complied with electoral laws and conducted themselves professionally.

Iniedu disclosed that a 24-hour call centre had been established to receive complaints of professional misconduct against police officers and other law enforcement personnel during the election.

He said that complaints received would be investigated and appropriate sanctions imposed on any officer found culpable of violating electoral laws.

He further disclosed that the Inspector-General of Police, Mr Olatunji Disu, had directed that each polling unit in the state be manned by four police officers, alongside personnel from other security agencies.

The police spokesman urged residents to remain calm, assuring them that adequate security arrangements had been put in place across the state.

He also announced that vehicular movement would be restricted across the state from midnight on Friday to Saturday as part of measures to ensure a peaceful election.

Iniedu urged parents and guardians to ensure that underage children and unregistered voters stayed away from polling units, stressing that the police would not tolerate underage voting or any form of electoral misconduct.

He also warned against vote buying, describing it as an electoral malpractice that would not be tolerated during the election.

According to him, the inspector-general of police has directed that anyone caught buying or selling votes will be arrested and prosecuted immediately.

He urged all stakeholders and residents of the state to comply with electoral laws and cooperate with security agencies to ensure a peaceful and orderly governorship election.

Source: NAN

READ ALSO:

Alleged cyberstalking: Court remands ex-NBA branch chairman

Security tightens ahead of Osun poll

Tinubu signs NPERA Bill into law

Ayra Starr releases third studio album, ‘Starr Girl’

A’Ibom: Navy rescues 22 sea robbery victims, recovers hijacked boat

Tinubu urges peaceful, credible Osun governorship election

EXTRA: An inheritance of education, By Lekan Otufodunrin

EXTRA: Tribute to ‘Abod’ Remi Aboderin at 60 

Police arrest six suspected kidnappers in Kaduna

Super Falcons World Cup hopes ends after South Africa defeat

Osun election: INEC distributes sensitive materials

The post Osun: Police deploy air, drone units, assure of adequate security appeared first on Frontpageng.

The outgoing FPRO, DCP Anthony Placid, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja.

Iniedu brings extensive experience in public communication, operational policing, intelligence management, accountability, and administration.

The new FPRO, a native of Etinan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom, holds a B.Sc. degree in Pure Chemistry.

He obtained the degree from the University of Uyo, before joining the Nigeria Police Force.

The senior officer has undergone professional training in investigative interviewing, crime scene management, and human rights-based policing.

He has also received training in strategic communication and intelligence analysis, strengthening his policing and communication skills.

Before his appointment, Iniedu headed the Complaint Response Unit at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.

He coordinated public complaint management and promoted initiatives aimed at improving transparency and accountability.

The initiatives helped strengthen public trust in the Nigeria Police Force.

Iniedu previously served as Public Relations Officer at the Police College of Information Technology, Kobape, Ogun.

He also held several operational and administrative roles across different commands and formations nationwide.

His previous appointments include Operations Officer, Maisandari Division, Yobe, and Area Crime Officer, Umuahia Area Command, Abia.

He served as Staff Officer at the Inspector-General’s Secretariat, Force Headquarters, Abuja.

The new FPRO was also Second-in-Command, 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron, Kubwa, Abuja.

He later became Officer-in-Charge of the Force Headquarters Situation Room, where he coordinated security information.

The officer supervised the collection, processing, and dissemination of crime-related information nationwide from the situation room.

The I-G expressed confidence in Iniedu’s ability to effectively lead the Force Public Relations Department.

Disu said Iniedu’s experience would improve strategic communication and strengthen public engagement.

He added that the appointment would support ongoing policing reforms and operational achievements of the Force.

The new FPRO is expected to enhance interaction between the police and members of the public.

Iniedu can be reached on 08128526154 and X, formerly Twitter, @cspiniedu.

Source: NAN

READ ALSO: 

Tinubu extends Customs CG tenure by six months

INTIMATE AFFAIR: Women also pay for sex, By Funke Egbemode

BOOK REVIEW: A bold blueprint for Africa’s digital future

2014 Nyanya bomb blast: Court sentences culprit to death

OHCSF approves NIMC scheme of service

Osun-Osogbo Festival: Govt assures tourists of adequate security

UI confirms abduction of its student alongside seven others

Lagos police arrest 26 foreigners over false kidnap claim

Ekiti 2026: Police restricts movement across state

APC: Yilwatda, Uzodimma call for unity among diaspora members

Troops destroy terrorist camps in Katsina forest, rescue victim

Awujale: Afobaje Council dissociates self from Olisa’s nominees list

The post Police appoint Iniedu as new force spokesman appeared first on Frontpageng.