Lagos: Police train officers ahead of 2027 general elections
The Lagos State Police Command recently announced that its officers participated in a five-day training program focused on election security management. Organized by the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF), the training took place from October 26 to October 30, 2026, and included personnel from various units, including the Lagos State Police Command, the FCID Annex in Lagos, Zone 2 Headquarters, the Special Fraud Unit (SFU), and the Special Protection Unit (SPU).
Abimbola Adebisi, the command’s spokesperson, provided details in a statement released Saturday via the command’s official X handle. The training aimed to enhance police skills in managing security during elections, addressing key topics such as professionalism, political neutrality, respect for human rights, crowd management, inter-agency cooperation, and adherence to the rule of law.
Tijani Olaiwola Fatai, Commissioner of Police for the Lagos State Command, expressed gratitude to Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu for his dedication to personnel development and professional policing. He also acknowledged the NPTF for facilitating the training.
The command emphasized that this training initiative is part of its strategy to bolster operational readiness and ensure adequate security throughout the upcoming 2027 general elections. It reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and property, securing the electoral process, and fostering an environment where citizens can exercise their democratic rights safely and peacefully.
