A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has urged the Commissioner of Police deployed for the August 15 governorship election in the state, Samuel Etaifo, to ensure a violence-free poll.
Oyintiloye made the call while speaking with journalists on Sunday in Osogbo, stressing that a credible election could only be achieved in a peaceful atmosphere.
He urged the police to be neutral and professional in the discharge of it’s duties, particularly on the election day.
He said the election is already generating tension, the reason why the police must ensure the protection of voters and the integrity of the ballot.
“The protection of the electorate before, during, and after the election should be the major priority of the police. I want to appeal to the Commissioner of Police deployed for the election to ensure adequate protection of the electorate at all stages of the electoral process.
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