In consonance with the regulations of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, concerning pre-electioneering activities towards the forthcoming 2023 General Elections, Police have cautioned the public against any political misconduct.
This is contained in a statement signed in Ibadan by the Police Public Relations Officer, Mr Olawale Osifeso.
The statement states that political stakeholders should not embark on any political rallies till the official commencement of the designated and approved period for Political Campaigns by INEC in the interest of Public Order and Safety.
It notes that, though politicians are guided by Section 40 of the 1999 constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), which allows people to assemble freely and associate with persons with the same interest and values, the command is also obligated to ensure that the provisions of Section 45 stands, where the rights of other citizens must be protected in the interest of public order and morality.
“However, considering the various ongoing constructions, traffic considerations around the metropolis and possible emergence of security threats to others, the Oyo State Police Command have made comprehensive plans of providing security for the static assemblage of people, groups and interest at any place or time provided the much-needed clearance for such was sought and approved”.
“Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Adebowale Williams has directed Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers and all tactical commanders to personally lead confidence-building patrols across the length and breadth of the state to include but not limited to critical infrastructures, media houses, religious centres, recreational centres and other public spaces with a view to maintaining law and order in this regard”.
It adds that political groups, support coalitions, parents, guardians and leaders wielding different degrees of influence are enjoined to advise their supporters, followers, children, wards and proteges against being used to scuttle the relative tranquillity status in the State.
“The good people of the state are advised to go about their lawful business without fear of molestation and harassment as the Command continues to monitor activities within the state”
“In cases of emergency, the Command can always be reached through these emergency control room numbers: 615 (toll-free) (OYO STATE SECURITY TRUST FUND), and Oyo State Police Command emergency lines 07055495413 and 08081768614. The NPF Rescue Me app is also available for free download on both Android and Apple IOS, for Android and I phone users respectively”.
Rasheedah Makinde
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