Kano State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has charged operational commanders in the state to remain neutral, professional, and respectful of human rights in the discharge of their duties ahead of the 2027 general elections. This warning was given during a strategic lecture on Election Security Management held at the Police Officers’ Mess, Bompai, Kano. The lecture was attended by Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), heads of tactical and operational units, and other senior officers of the command.
Bakori commended the officers for their dedication and resilience in the prevention and control of crime, noting that their efforts had contributed to the relative peace and stability being enjoyed in the state. He, however, emphasized the importance of remaining absolutely neutral, apolitical, and non-partisan in the discharge of their duties, particularly as political activities and electioneering campaigns intensify ahead of the 2027 polls.
The Nigeria Police Force has a constitutional responsibility to ensure a level playing field for all political parties and actors, Bakori said. He warned that any police officer found engaging in partisan politics or compromising the integrity of the electoral process would face strict disciplinary action. This warning is significant in ensuring that the police maintain their neutrality and uphold the integrity of the electoral process.
Bakori further charged the commanders to uphold professionalism, respect human rights, and the rule of law, while working selflessly to earn and sustain the trust and confidence of the public. Public trust is the cornerstone of effective policing, he said, urging the officers to strengthen community partnerships and intelligence-led policing to ensure a peaceful, credible, and hitch-free electoral process.
The Commissioner reiterated the commitment of the command, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, to providing adequate security before, during, and after the 2027 general elections in Kano State. This commitment is aimed at ensuring that the elections are conducted in a peaceful and secure environment.
The strategic lecture on Election Security Management is part of the efforts of the Kano State Police Command to prepare for the 2027 general elections. The lecture provided a platform for the officers to discuss the challenges and opportunities in ensuring a peaceful and secure electoral process. The officers were also reminded of their critical role in maintaining law and order during the elections.
The Kano State Police Command has been taking steps to ensure a peaceful and secure electoral process. The command has been engaging with various stakeholders, including political parties, civil society groups, and community leaders, to ensure that everyone is aware of their role in maintaining peace and security during the elections. The command is also working to strengthen its operational capabilities to respond to any security challenges that may arise during the elections.
Key points
- The Kano State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has warned officers to remain neutral and professional ahead of the 2027 general elections.
- Bakori emphasized the importance of upholding professionalism, respecting human rights, and the rule of law in the discharge of their duties.
- The Kano State Police Command is committed to providing adequate security before, during, and after the 2027 general elections in Kano State.
