LG polls: Kano Police Command to comply with Court order– PPRO
By Tukur Muntari
The Kano State Police Command, says it will not participate in the local government election scheduled for Saturday, 26, October, 2024.
The police said the decision was in compliance with the court order restricting it from participation in the poll.
This is contained in a video message made available to our reporter on Friday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna.
“You are very much aware of the Court order which was received by the Police Command here in Kano. Item nine of the order provides that the Police should not participate in the forthcoming local government election in the state.
“So, the Police in Kano are not participating in the election. However, it’s our responsibility to ensure no breakdown of law and order in the state and we’re always alive to our responsibilities,” Haruna said.
The Police Spokesman said the police will remain steadfast in fulfilling it’s constitutional mandate of protection of lives and properties.
According to him, the state police commissioner, Salman Dogo Garba had convened a meeting with Heads of Departments, Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders and Divisional Police Officers with a view to re-strategizing efforts on fulfilling the Nigeria Police Force constitutional mandate of protection of lives and property, as well as maintaining law and order in Kano State.
“During the meeting, the Commissioner of Police stressed the importance of proactive measures to prevent and respond to security threats. He directed the command’s operational commanders to enhance Patrols, increase visibility and presence in high-risk areas as well as intensify intelligence gathering.
Similarly, the commissioner had also directed them continue to share information and collaborate with communities among others.
“These steps are crucial to maintaining law and order, preventing criminal activities, and ensuring the safety of all the inhabitants in the State,” he added..
