According to him, the operation is “a measure by the Nigerian military to ensure the security of all stakeholders in the electioneering process.”
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He also disclosed that a show of force would be carried out by officers in the three senatorial districts of the state before the election.
The essence of the exercise, he said, was to restore the electorate’s confidence and assure them of adequate security ahead of the election.
Dada lauded the Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lt-Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, for his holistic support and assured officers on election duty of their overall welfare.
Furthermoe, the GOC urged his officers to remain nonpartisan and to get conversant with the Nigerian Army Code of Conduct for election duty while cooperating with other security agencies.
“Ours is to ensure that people come out and discharge their duties seamlessly while remaining nonpartisan.
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“You must protect all INEC officials and election materials, but don’t touch the materials.
“I will not accept any excuses for any lapses.
“Do not accept any tip-off from anybody; if you are found wanting, you will be court-martialed,” he said.
