The Nigeria Police Force has reaffirmed its dedication to making sure adequate security for Nigerians to train their voting rights freely and peacefully during the 2027 general elections.
The Jigawa State Commissioner of Police, CP Tijjani Murtala, gave the peace of mind whereas flagging off a five-day coaching programme on election security administration for cops on the Manpower Development Institute, Dutse.
He stated the coaching was geared toward equipping officers with the mandatory expertise and data to discharge their duties professionally and successfully during the elections.
According to him, security stays a essential basis for credible, free and honest elections, stressing the necessity for police personnel to make sure the security of voters, electoral officers and different stakeholders all through the electoral course of.
The commissioner urged taking part officers to reveal professionalism, neutrality and respect for human rights whereas finishing up their election duties.
He stated the coaching, organised by the Jigawa State Police Command in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Trust Fund, is an element of a nationwide programme themed “Role of Police Officers in Strengthening Electoral Security.”
Speaking on the occasion, the Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Police Trust Fund, represented by Ibrahim Muhammad, stated the initiative demonstrated the Fund’s dedication to strengthening the operational capability and preparedness of police personnel forward of the elections.
Also talking, the Managing Consultant, Umar Danladi Muhammad, stated the coaching would equip officers with the data required to take care of neutrality, professionalism and accountability all through the electoral course of.
He defined that the programme would give attention to election security administration, battle prevention, safety of basic human rights and the lawful dealing with of election-related incidents.
The programme was formally launched by the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on October 22, 2026.
