The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has ordered the redeployment of the Commissioner of Police in charge of Imo, Mr Mohammed Barde to the Force Headquarters.
Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, made this known in a statement on Monday in Abuja.
He said the redeployment of the CP ahead of the Nov. 11 governoship election in the state was in line with his commitment to ensure neutrality in the election.
Adejobi explained that the decision to reshuffle the CP underlines the Police Force’s unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law throughout the electoral proceedings.
“This redeployment is not an indictment on the affected officer but a broader strategy aimed at bolstering security measures, promoting transparency and upholding the integrity of the electoral security management.
“The I-G is resolute in ensuring a secured environment for all stakeholders, political parties, candidates and citizens to participate in the electoral process,” he said.
The FPRO then urged the electorate to cooperate with the police and other security agencies by complying with the law to ensure a seamless and successful election.
