Nigeria Police Force to host conference on election security ahead of 2027 polls

The event, in collaboration with Lenders Consult International, aims to formulate security management strategies for the 2027 general elections. The theme is "Developing a Nigeria Police Roadmap for Effective Management of Security During Elections." According to Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, the retreat will gather senior police officers, security experts, and stakeholders to address emerging electoral security challenges.

Discussions will focus on intelligence-led policing, community partnerships, digital technologies, and artificial intelligence to enhance operations before, during, and after elections. The conference, targeting officers from the rank of Commissioner of Police and above, seeks to produce actionable frameworks to protect voters, electoral officials, candidates, materials, and the public. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to bolster strategic leadership, professionalism, and operational readiness for the 2027 polls, as political parties intensify preparations and concerns over electoral security heighten.