The Lagos State Police Command has issued a stern warning to all political parties that they must provide advance notice of any rallies, campaigns, processions or other political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a statement released on Sunday, the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, confirmed that the directive was signed by the police leadership and is intended to improve security planning for the upcoming electoral period.
Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, explained that timely notification is essential for the command to conduct proper security assessments, deploy adequate personnel and make necessary operational arrangements to safeguard participants, the public and the environment. “The command reiterates its commitment to providing adequate security for all political parties, their candidates, supporters and participants during rallies, campaigns and other political activities, without discrimination or preference,” he said.
Fatai warned that any party that fails to comply with the notification requirement or disregards established security arrangements will be held accountable under the law. “However, the command will not tolerate any act capable of disrupting public peace, threatening public safety or resulting in a breakdown of law and order,” he added.
The position was also emphasised during the 2027 General Elections Stakeholders’ Security Engagement held on Thursday, 15 October 2026, where parties and stakeholders were reminded of the need for cooperation, timely communication and strict adherence to security guidelines throughout the electoral process.
Reaffirming its readiness to provide adequate security coverage for all parties, the command urged political organisations to demonstrate responsibility, cooperate with security agencies and ensure that their rallies, campaigns and other political activities are conducted peacefully and in strict compliance with the law.
<small>Source: The Sun Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
