Osun's NSDCD deploys 4,520 personnel to ensure peaceful elections
Adeolu Adeyemo
The Osun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) on Thursday deployed 4,520 personnel for the February 25 general elections.
He pointed out that “officers and men have been deployed to three thousand Steven one hundred and sixty three (3,763) polling places in the state. Personnel have also been deployed to six hundred and sixty four (664) neighborhoods across the state.”
“Eagle-Eyed Patrol Teams have also been stationed in all three (3) Senatorial Districts across the state for effective surveillance and to mitigate threats.”
State Commander Agboola on Sunday who made them known to Osogbo via ASCII statement Adeleke Kehinde, the Command Spokesperson, warned disbelievers to refrain from engaging in activities likely to threaten the peaceful atmosphere of the 2023 general elections, as anyone caught would be treated in accordance with electoral law.
''The corps engages with other state security agencies. I want to urge the good and law-abiding citizens of Osun State not to be afraid."
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"The Inter-Agency Advisory Committee on Election Security (ICCES) has fine-tuned the modalities to ensure that the upcoming elections are held in admiration by all Nigerians."
"Heads of state security agencies had a series of commitments; we were able to strategize for the success of the upcoming parliamentary elections. Our collaboration is strong. The people of Osun will exercise their civic responsibilities in a peaceful atmosphere, without being harassed,” Commander Agboola said.
Commander Agboola noted that the recently passed Electoral Law, Part VII of the Electoral Law 2022 (as amended) is devoted to electoral offences, while Article 150, paragraphs (1) and (2) of the law states that an offense committed under the Act is justiciable.
The Osun NSCDC boss assured voters that his staff would not violate the code of conduct expected of security personnel. While assuring the public of the integrity of NSCDC personnel, he pledged neutrality, respect for human rights and dignity in carrying out this very important national mission.
Commander Agboola, who called for everyone's support, said everyone must work for the success of the general elections. He wanted everyone on deck to make sure the election went smoothly.
“I want to assure you that the staff of the NSCDC will perform their duties with a high degree of professionalism to ensure that we witness free, fair and credible elections,” he reiterated.
>He urged voters to report election cases and emergency matters before, during and after the elections to the NSCDC at the following numbers; 08055555644 and 07041300031.
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The Osun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) on Thursday deployed 4,520 personnel for the February 25 general elections.
He pointed out that “officers and men have been deployed to three thousand Steven one hundred and sixty three (3,763) polling places in the state. Personnel have also been deployed to six hundred and sixty four (664) neighborhoods across the state.”
“Eagle-Eyed Patrol Teams have also been stationed in all three (3) Senatorial Districts across the state for effective surveillance and to mitigate threats.”
State Commander Agboola on Sunday who made them known to Osogbo via ASCII statement Adeleke Kehinde, the Command Spokesperson, warned disbelievers to refrain from engaging in activities likely to threaten the peaceful atmosphere of the 2023 general elections, as anyone caught would be treated in accordance with electoral law.
''The corps engages with other state security agencies. I want to urge the good and law-abiding citizens of Osun State not to be afraid."
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"The Inter-Agency Advisory Committee on Election Security (ICCES) has fine-tuned the modalities to ensure that the upcoming elections are held in admiration by all Nigerians."
"Heads of state security agencies had a series of commitments; we were able to strategize for the success of the upcoming parliamentary elections. Our collaboration is strong. The people of Osun will exercise their civic responsibilities in a peaceful atmosphere, without being harassed,” Commander Agboola said.
Commander Agboola noted that the recently passed Electoral Law, Part VII of the Electoral Law 2022 (as amended) is devoted to electoral offences, while Article 150, paragraphs (1) and (2) of the law states that an offense committed under the Act is justiciable.
The Osun NSCDC boss assured voters that his staff would not violate the code of conduct expected of security personnel. While assuring the public of the integrity of NSCDC personnel, he pledged neutrality, respect for human rights and dignity in carrying out this very important national mission.
Commander Agboola, who called for everyone's support, said everyone must work for the success of the general elections. He wanted everyone on deck to make sure the election went smoothly.
“I want to assure you that the staff of the NSCDC will perform their duties with a high degree of professionalism to ensure that we witness free, fair and credible elections,” he reiterated.
>He urged voters to report election cases and emergency matters before, during and after the elections to the NSCDC at the following numbers; 08055555644 and 07041300031.
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