The police are working with other security agencies in the state, the INEC legal team, and the federal and state Directorates of Public Prosecutions to provide the necessary legal advice and services. The CP revealed that the police are investigating viral videos and audio on social media where political party leaders instigate their followers to attack any suspicious movements during the election exercise.
In a press briefing, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chairman of Tambuwal Local Government Area, Abubakar Ahmad, complained about a viral video where a rival political party chairman called on loyalists to attack any suspicious movement during the election. He urged politicians to avoid misguided utterances while urging security personnel to live up to their expectations.
The team is expected to carry out evidence-based investigations, interrogation, and technology-driven prosecution processes for the courts to ensure the diligent administration of justice. The team was constituted in response to directives from the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali.
The CP called on politicians and the general public to report any cases of electoral violence or related offences to the police or other security agencies in the state. He warned that the police would not hesitate to prosecute anyone caught engaging in such activities during or after the elections.
The team's inauguration comes amid concerns of possible electoral violence in the upcoming elections. The police have assured the public of their readiness to provide adequate security during the polls, adding that they would not tolerate any acts of violence or disruption of the electoral process.
The CP urged political parties and their supporters to conduct themselves peacefully during the campaign and election periods. He assured the public of the police's commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens before, during, and after the elections.
The team's inauguration is seen as a proactive step towards ensuring a free, fair, and peaceful election in Sokoto State. The police authorities have been working tirelessly to provide adequate security for the elections and to address any potential threats to the electoral process.
The team's composition reflects the police authorities' commitment to using modern technology and best practices in the investigation and prosecution of electoral offences. The team's experts are expected to leverage technology in gathering and analyzing evidence, ensuring speedy trials and efficient prosecution of offenders.
The CP called on traditional and religious leaders to preach peaceful coexistence and discourage their followers from engaging in any form of violence during the election exercise. He assured the public that the police would remain impartial and professional in the discharge of their duties.
The police have urged political parties and their supporters to adhere to the electoral laws and regulations to avoid any clashes or misunderstandings during the polls. The CP reiterated that the police would not hesitate to take decisive action against anyone found violating the electoral laws.
The team's inauguration is a clear demonstration of the police authorities' commitment to ensuring a transparent, free, and fair election in Sokoto State. The team's experts are expected to provide the necessary legal and technical support to ensure that the electoral process is not marred by violence or any other related offences.