By Yemi Akinsuyi
In line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG Godwin Eze, who has been deployed as the Supervisory Officer for the forthcoming Anambra Bye-elections slated for tomorrow 16th August 2025, has assumed full charge of the deployment of officers and men for the exercise.
The AIG in his address, emphasised that only duly accredited security personnel will be permitted to participate in election duties.
According to the Command’s Spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, Eze directed that all vigilante operatives, hunters, and other quasi-security outfits are strictly prohibited from any form of engagement during the exercise.
Furthermore, to ensure a safe and hitch-free election, the AIG said there shall be restrictions on vehicular movement from 6am to 6pm in the affected areas throughout the election period.
“The areas include: Nnewi North and South, Orumba North and South, Ekwusigo, Aguata and Ihiala Local Government areas respectively, for the Anambra South Senatorial District Others include: Onitsha North Constituency 1 as well as Awka South Local Government where the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Headquarters is located.
“The restriction is a proactive measure to deter criminal activities, reduce the risk of electoral violence, and guarantee the safety of voters, electoral officials, and security personnel.
“The Command assures residents of its readiness to safeguard the electoral process, while urging citizens to remain law-abiding and to cooperate with security personnel deployed for the exercise.
“For complaints or emergencies, the public is encouraged to call the AIG: 08023407772 Command’s Control Room numbers: 07039194332, Police PRO: 08039334002”, he said.
