The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, hosted a delegation from the ECOWAS Network of Electoral Commissions (ECONEC) at the Force Headquarters in Abuja for a high-level dialogue on electoral security and policy implementation ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections.
In a statement, Force Public Relations Officer Force Headquarters, Abuja ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi said the ECONEC team, led by Mrs. Davidetta Browne Lansanah, Chairperson of the National Elections Commission of Liberia, included senior electoral officials such as Dr. Bossman Asare, Deputy Chairman of Ghana’s Electoral Commission, Mr. Chinedu Chinedu, Senior Programme Officer at ECONEC, Prof. Bolade Eyinla, Chief Technical Adviser to INEC, and other representatives and development partners.
In her remarks, Mrs. Lansanah commended the IGP for his continued support, emphasizing the vital role of the police in ensuring electoral security. She noted that the visit aimed to follow up on key recommendations from the 2023 general elections report and develop strategies for improved electoral practices.
IGP Egbetokun, in his response, reiterated the Nigeria Police Force’s unwavering commitment to neutrality, professionalism, and the protection of democratic processes. He outlined the Force’s three-phase approach to election security—pre-election, election day, and post-election—and stressed the importance of maintaining law and order, securing electoral materials, and prosecuting electoral offenders.
He further acknowledged positive feedback from international observers on the conduct of the Police during recent elections and called for sustained collaboration between electoral bodies and security agencies to build trust and ensure credible polls.
The meeting reflects the Police Force’s proactive stance in strengthening Nigeria’s electoral framework through strategic partnerships and policy engagement.
