The Kwara State Police Command said it has deployed 5000 officers and men to ensure violence free election in the state.
According to a statement issued in Ilorin, Commissioner of Police, Kayode Egbetokun said: “Now that the campaigns are over, the Command wishes to assure the people of Kwara State that the Command is committed to a level playing ground for all political parties, 5000 officers and men with support from sister security agencies are already deployed across the State to ensure a violence free electoral process.
“Members of the public are admonished to shun any act that may lead to break down of law and order before, during and after the elections.
“They are also advised to abide by the order restricting movements on the day of election, obey all laws relating to the conduct of the election released by INEC, desist from the spread of ‘Fake News’ and endeavour to verify information before acting,” the statement read.
