Ahead of the FCT Area Council Election scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026, the Federal Capital Territory Police Command has deployed personnel across the territory as part of its comprehensive operational order for the peaceful conduct of the polls.
The Police Command stated that the deployment has been supported by sister security agencies, including the Nigeria Army, Nigeria Air Force, Nigeria Navy, Department of State Services (DSS), and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.
The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, charged all deployed officers to maintain the highest level of professionalism and ensure adequate security coverage at all polling units and collation centres to guarantee a peaceful, free, and fair electoral process.
He further warned that officers must remain vigilant, impartial, and courteous in the discharge of their duties while respecting the rights of all citizens.
“The public is hereby informed that there will be a restriction of movement across the FCT from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM on February 21, 2026, except for essential service providers and election officials. Consequently, FCT residents are urged to cooperate fully with security personnel and comply with security operations guidelines during this period,” the Command stated.
The Command also enjoined all residents to remain law-abiding and come out to exercise their civic responsibility peacefully and without fear, as adequate security measures have been put in place.
Members of the public are encouraged to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious persons or activities to the Police through emergency numbers: 08032003913 and 08061581938.
