ASABA, October 28, 2026 — The Delta State Police Command and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have pledged to strengthen collaboration on electoral security to ensure peaceful conduct of elections across the state.
The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Samuel Etaifo Erale, gave the assurance when he received the state Resident Electoral Commissioner of INEC, Sir Etekamba Udo Umoren, on a courtesy visit to the State Police Headquarters in Asaba.
Umoren said the increase in the number of state constituencies was expected to attract more contestants, underscoring the need for enhanced security arrangements during electoral activities.
He commended the police for providing security during the recent Udu Constituency by-election and assured the Commissioner of INEC’s readiness to provide relevant information to support security planning and public safety.
In his response, Erale reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to the protection of lives and property, as well as the maintenance of law and order.
He assured INEC of the Command’s continued support in providing adequate security for electoral activities across Delta State, stressing the importance of professionalism, neutrality and sustained inter-agency cooperation.
The meeting highlighted the need for effective collaboration between the police and the electoral body to address potential security challenges and create a conducive environment for the conduct of elections.
The statement was issued by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Delta State Command, SP Bright Edafe, on October 28, 2026.
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