The Plateau State Police Command has warned its personnel against partisan politics and the misuse of police authority ahead of the 2027 general elections.\n<\/p>\n
The Commissioner of Police, Ayodeji Faniyan, gave the warning on Thursday during the command\u2019s monthly strategic conference with officers at the Police Officers\u2019 Mess in Jos.\n<\/p>\n
The conference was organised to strengthen operational effectiveness, promote accountability and improve security across the state.\n<\/p>\n
Addressing the officers, Faniyan called for strict compliance with directives from the Inspector-General of Police and adherence to internationally recognised policing standards.<\/p>\n
\u201cEffective policing requires discipline, vigilance, sound judgment, and strict adherence to established operational procedures and the rule of law,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
He urged officers to maintain professionalism and impartiality, respect citizens\u2019 fundamental rights and remain accountable for their actions.\n<\/p>\n
The commissioner warned that misconduct, including incivility, extortion, brutality and abuse of authority, would not be tolerated.<\/p>\n
He also emphasised the need for timely intelligence gathering, swift responses to security threats, effective command and control, and stronger community engagement. <\/p>\n
Faniyan directed officers to intensify crime prevention and detection efforts while ensuring that their operations remained lawful, proportionate and responsive to security challenges in their respective areas.\n<\/p>\n
As part of preparations for the ember months, he instructed Area and Squadron Commanders and Divisional Police Officers to strengthen collaboration with other security agencies to maintain peace across the state.\n<\/p>\n
On the forthcoming elections, the command\u2019s spokesperson, SP Alfred Alabo, said the commissioner had directed officers to remain neutral in their duties.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cIn view of the forthcoming 2027 general elections, the Commissioner of Police charged officers to remain strictly apolitical, impartial, and professional in the discharge of their responsibilities.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cHe warned against partisan policing, the misuse of police authority, and any conduct capable of undermining public confidence in the electoral process,\u201d he added.\n<\/p>\n
Faniyan assured residents that the command would provide a secure environment for lawful political activities and ensure that individuals and political groups were treated fairly and in accordance with the law.<\/p>\n
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