IGP Baba restricts vehicles in and out of Anambra ahead of poll

IGP Usman Alkali Baba

IGP Usman Alkali Baba

The Inspector General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba, has ordered the restriction of vehicular movement in and out of Anambra State from 11:59PM on Friday, 5th November, 2021 to 11:59PM on Saturday, 6th November, 2021.

The measure was aimed at protecting the sanctity of the electoral process in the November 6, 2021, Anambra State Gubernatorial Elections, statement by Police Headquarters said.

Baba said the restriction order has become necessary following pointers from the Election Security Threats Assessments conducted by the Force.

The intel indicated a high likelihood of infiltration by criminally-minded individuals to Anambra State, before, during and after the polls.

The IGP further noted that the measure would also avail security forces a firm grip of the State to checkmate the movement of political thugs and touts, and prevent the free flow, circulation and use of illicit arms and hard drugs throughout the period and beyond.

The IGP enjoined INEC officials, accredited observers and journalists, and other authorized officials to go about their lawful duties as it relates to the elections.

However, he said they must observe all relevant rules guiding their deployment including the visible display of their accreditation tags.

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He said that Police officers and other security personnel deployed for the election will be appropriately supervised to ensure they carry out their responsibilities in the most humane, firm and professional manner especially to emergency service providers such as fire-fighters and ambulance services.

The IGP enjoined citizens particularly motorists and travellers who may want to use the routes within Anambra State during the period of the restrictions to seek alternative routes.

He urged to see the inconveniences as part of sacrifices toward the collective sustenance of our democracy.

He called on citizens in the State to go out en-masse on the Election Day and exercise their franchise without any fear or apprehension.

According to him, the security agencies are already on ground to ensure a safe and conducive environment for the elections.

On Wednesday, the police said they will lockdown the state from Friday.

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