The Lagos State Police Command has directed political parties to notify it in advance of rallies, campaigns, processions and other activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Commissioner of Police, Fatai Tijani, said early notification would allow the command to assess potential security risks, deploy adequate personnel and put necessary measures in place to protect participants and the public.
Tijani made the announcement in a statement issued on Sunday by the command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi.
He assured political parties, candidates and their supporters of equal security protection, stressing that the police would not favour any political group in the discharge of their responsibilities.
The police commissioner, however, warned that activities capable of threatening public peace, endangering lives or causing a breakdown of law and order would not be tolerated.
He said political parties that failed to give adequate notice or disregarded established security arrangements, thereby contributing to a breach of peace, would face the consequences under the law.
The command also recalled discussions at the 2027 General Elections Stakeholders’ Security Engagement held on October 15, where political parties and other stakeholders were reminded of their responsibilities towards a peaceful electoral process.
Tijani urged political organisations to maintain effective communication with security agencies, comply with established guidelines and ensure that their political engagements remain peaceful and lawful.