The meeting, which held at the State Police Command Headquarters in Awka, had in attendance Service Commanders from the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Navy, Department of State Services, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Nigeria Immigration Service, Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Road Safety Corps, and the NDLEA.
In his remarks, the Commissioner of Police reaffirmed the collective resolve of security agencies to ensure a peaceful, credible, and violence-free election. He stressed the importance of synergy, real-time intelligence sharing, joint patrols, and professional conduct of personnel before, during, and after the polls.
CP Shogunle further assured residents and political stakeholders that security agencies have jointly reviewed potential flashpoints, drawn up deployment strategies, and established rapid-response mechanisms to swiftly counter any threat to peace.
Security agencies jointly appealed to the electorate to remain law-abiding, avoid violence, and participate freely without fear of intimidation. Political parties and candidates were also cautioned to adhere to the rules of engagement and guide their supporters against acts capable of breaching public order.
The Anambra State Security Architecture remains resolute, united, and unwavering in its commitment to ensuring the will of the people is expressed safely and transparently through the ballot.
Residents are encouraged to report suspicious persons or unusual movements to the nearest Police Station or via the Command Emergency Number 112, or call 07039194332 for prompt response.
Source: SP Ikenga Tochukwu
Police Public Relations Officer
Anambra State Police Command
5th November 2025