2027: Lagos Police Commissioner Reads Riot Act for Political Rallies, Campaigns, Processions

The Lagos State Police Command has issued a guideline for political rallies, campaigns, processions and other activities requiring security coverage.

The Commissioner of Police, TIJANI FATAI, says before embarking on such activities, all political parties in the state must ensure that the Command is duly notified, ahead of time.

CP FAITAI emphasised that timely notification was essential to enable the Command to conduct proper security assessment, deploy adequate personnel and make necessary operational arrangements to ensure the safety of participants and members of the public.

In a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, ABIMBOLA ADEBISI, the Command reiterates its commitment to providing adequate security for all political parties, candidates, supporters and participants during rallies, campaigns and other political activities.

However, the PPRO noted that Command would not tolerate any act capable of disrupting public peace, threatening public safety or resulting in a breakdown of law and order.

The police spokeswoman noted that any political party that failed to provide timely notification or disregards established security arrangements, would be held accountable for any breach of the peace, in accordance with the law.

She recalled that matter also emphasised during the 2027 General Elections Stakeholders’ Security Engagement, held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, noting that political parties and other relevant stakeholders were reminded of the need for cooperation, timely communication and strict adherence to security guidelines throughout the electoral process.

The PPRO said the Commissioner of Police urged all political parties to demonstrate responsibility, cooperate with security agencies and ensure that their rallies, campaigns and other political activities are conducted peacefully and in strict compliance with the law.