Political events and candidates collaborating within the November 1 native authorities elections in Niger State have signed a peace accord to make sure a reputable and violence-free train.
The peace accord, facilitated by the Niger State Police Command below Commissioner Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, was signed throughout a stakeholders’ assembly on the Police Officers’ Mess in Minna.
These in attendance included representatives of the Niger State Impartial Electoral Fee (NSIEC), the Inter-Occasion Advisory Council (IPAC), authorities officers, safety businesses, and political stakeholders.
Commissioner Elleman emphasised that the police would function with professionalism, impartiality, and equity to ensure a secure setting earlier than, throughout, and after the elections.
He additionally urged youths to keep away from violence and promote peace.
NSIEC Chairman Mohammed Imam highlighted the fee’s 15-point election guideline, masking the election of 25 council chairmen and 274 councillors throughout the state’s 4,950 polling models.
IPAC Chairman Isah Makujeri praised each NSIEC and the Police for his or her cooperation and preparatory efforts, expressing optimism for a peaceable and clear election.
The peace accord bars using spiritual, ethnic, or inflammatory language, with all events pledging to stick strictly to its provisions.
Commissioner Elleman reaffirmed the Police Command’s dedication to sustaining neutrality and credibility all through the electoral course of.
