restriction on vehicular movements from 8a.m to 6p.m on election days.
A statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Emmanuel
Ojukwu, says persons on essential duties, ambulances and fire service
trucks are, however, exempted from the restriction of movement order.
This, according to the Police, is part of efforts to ensure adequate
security in the forthcoming general elections across the federation on
March 28 and April 11, 2015.
The Police advised travellers and citizens who intend to use roads on
election days and hours to plan alternative times for their trips.
While expressing his regrets over the inconveniences that road users
and the general public might encounter as a result of this
restriction, the IGP appealed for the understanding and cooperation of
the entire citizenry.
The IGP gave the assurance that adequate security logistics and
manpower have been strategically deployed to achieve a most conducive
electioneering atmosphere.
Vote And Go
The Inspector-General of Police, Suleiman Abba, has also warned voters
not to remain at the polling centers after casting their votes on
Saturday.
Mr Abba, on Tuesday told a gathering in Abuja, in very clear terms,
that the security operatives expect everyone to vote and go.
The IGP made the pronouncement during the Independent Electoral
Commission, INEC stakeholders' meeting.
This view had been opposed by the political parties and INEC.
--ChannelsTV
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