The Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba, has warned men of the Nigeria Police Force not to take part in partisan politics.
According to The PUNCH, IGP Alkali stated this in Umuahia, Abia State after inaugurating various projects in the state.
Addressing his men, IGP Baba warned, “You must be apolitical, diligent, and firm. You don’t introduce primordial loyalty and other sentiments in your policing network, capacity, and ability.
“This is a period culminating into the election day and from the election day, we still move forward to after the election.
“Be a good ambassador of peace. The service is ready to partner with you. Members of the public are also going to support you when you are doing the right thing.
“Government is appreciating what you are doing and you must live above board. Every effort will be made to make your life better during the election. Your allowances will be paid.”
Regarding the 2023 elections, the IGP said, “We have a duty to police the election security before, during and after.
He said he was changing the face of police, adding “We are trying to provide policing to our people in the best way we know.
“We are on course. We should redouble our efforts and do more by providing service to the people. We will continue to ask, beg, and get our welfare improved”.
