The Lagos State Police Command has called on all political parties in the state to notify it well in advance of planned rallies, campaigns, processions and other political activities that require security coverage.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, said early notification is necessary to allow the Command to carry out proper security assessments, deploy enough personnel and make the required operational arrangements to protect participants, members of the public and the wider environment.
According to a statement issued on Sunday, November 8, 2026, by the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, the Command remains committed to providing adequate security for all political parties, their candidates, supporters and participants, without discrimination or preference.
The Command, however, warned that it would not tolerate any act capable of disrupting public peace, threatening public safety or causing a breakdown of law and order. It added that any political party that fails to give timely notice, or disregards established security arrangements and thereby contributes to a breach of peace, will be held accountable in accordance with the law.
The police said this position was also stressed at the 2027 General Elections Stakeholders’ Security Engagement held on Thursday, October 15, 2026. At the meeting, political parties and other stakeholders were reminded of the need for cooperation, timely communication and strict adherence to security guidelines throughout the electoral process. The Command also reaffirmed its readiness to provide security coverage for the lawful political activities of all parties.
The Commissioner urged political parties to act responsibly, cooperate with security agencies and ensure that their rallies, campaigns and other activities are conducted peacefully and in full compliance with the law.
