For the elections in 2023, the Osun State Police Command has prohibited police officers assigned to governors, ministers, and other government officials from accompanying their principals to the polling places.
This is stated in a statement released on Wednesday in Osogbo and signed by the command’s spokesperson, SP Yemisi Opalola.
”Any officer found to have flouted this directive will be subjected to disciplinary actions.
“Also, the use of siren, revolving lights and tinted car windows by unauthorised citizens during the elections period will not be allowed.
“The command also warns other security outfits/organisations that are not constitutionally empowered to participate in the election duty to steer off the electoral process,” she added.
”Any organisation/groups found flouting this would definitely be sanctioned in accordance with the extant laws.
Meanwhile, the police released hotlines during the election.
“The numbers are 08039537995, 08075872433 and 08123823981,” the statement added.
(NAN)