Police deny neglect of officers deployed for Osun election

The Nigeria Police Force has broken silence on the alleged neglect of its officers deployed for the August 15, 2026, Osun State governorship election.

In a statement by the Force spokesman, CSP Ani Iniedu, the police dismissed the allegation.

It stated that the continued deployment of the personnel was part of established post-election security procedures and was not an indication of neglect.

Recall that Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, had mocked the Police Force over reports that many of its officers deployed for the election remained stranded in the state weeks after the poll.

In a post on his verified X handle, Davido questioned whether the continued presence of the officers was due to a failure to secure the desired electoral outcome.

“Could it be because dem no deliver?” he tweeted.

Reacting, the police said the continued presence of the personnel in Osun was intended to sustain security, prevent post-election violence, address emerging threats, and ensure a smooth transition to normal policing.

“The Nigeria Police Force has noted a recent publication alleging that hundreds of police personnel deployed to Osun State for the August 15, 2026, governorship election have remained there for weeks under harsh conditions, lacking adequate food and basic welfare provisions.

“The Force clarifies that the continued presence of personnel in Osun State follows established post-election deployment procedures. This proactive measure sustains security, prevents post-election violence, addresses emerging threats, and ensures a smooth transition to normal policing.

“The duration of deployment is determined by operational and security needs,” the statement read.