The APC New Media Directorate extends its deepest appreciation to the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, for his steadfast commitment to ensuring neutrality and fairness in the forthcoming Edo elections. We are especially heartened by his decisive action in banning the Edo State Security Network (ESN), a notorious tool employed by Governor Godwin Obaseki to intimidate and terrorize voters.
Governor Obaseki’s recruitment of over 11,000 personnel into this agency was a blatant attempt to create chaos before, during, and after the elections. As a party, we raised alarms in an earlier open letter to the IGP, calling for urgent intervention. Today, we are immensely pleased that the IGP has taken the necessary steps to protect the integrity of the electoral process and safeguard the lives of Edo citizens.
The IGP’s decision to deploy 35,000 officers across Edo State for the elections further underscores his dedication to upholding law and order. This deployment is a reassuring measure that will ensure citizens can come out en masse to vote without fear of harassment or violence. We believe that this robust security presence will deter any attempts by mischievous elements to disrupt the electoral process.
This bold and commendable action demonstrates that the Nigeria Police Force remains the ultimate guardian of democracy, standing firm in the face of political intimidation and manipulation. IGP Egbetokun has not only set a gold standard for law enforcement nationwide but has also strengthened the trust of the people in the impartiality of the police.
The APC New Media Directorate is confident that under the watchful eye of the IGP, the Edo people will be free to vote according to their conscience, ensuring a brighter future for our state.
Signed,
Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah
APC New Media Directorate
September 12, 2024
