Police deploy helicopters, drones, MOPOL ahead of Osun governorship poll

Summary

The Nigeria Police Force says it has deployed air and ground security units across Osun State ahead of Saturday’s governorship election.

Highlights

• Police said helicopters, drones, Mobile Police personnel and other operatives have been deployed across the state.
• The force spokesperson gave the update in Osogbo after addressing officers assigned to the election.
• Police said the Inspector-General ordered security to support a safe, peaceful and credible vote while protecting lives and property.
• Officials also said vote-buying would not be tolerated and that electoral offences would be handled decisively.
• According to the police, personnel have been stationed at polling units, INEC offices and other strategic locations, with aerial surveillance already under way.