Inspector-General of Police Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun met with Senator Abdul-Azeez Yaradua at the Force Headquarters in Abuja to discuss a proposed Electoral Reform Bill.
According to a press statement released today, 12th of August, 2025 by the Force Headquarters Public Relations Officer in Abuja. DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the bill aims to enable early voting for police officers and other security personnel deployed on election duty, potentially increasing voter turnout among this group.
It was disclosed that the proposed bill seeks to allow security personnel to cast their votes before the actual election day, addressing potential challenges faced by these individuals in fulfilling their election duties while exercising their right to vote.
Yaradua Collaborates with IGP to Promote Early Voting and Strengthen Nigeria’s Electoral Process
It was further reported, that Senator Yaradua, accompanied by Mr. Samson Itodo, Executive Director of Yiaga Africa, and Cynthia Mbamalu, Director of Programmes at Yiaga Africa, presented a draft bill to the IGP, seeking his professional input and guidance to ensure the legislation balances operational realities with electoral integrity.
Mr. Itodo commended the IGP for the Nigeria Police Force’s enhanced performance in recent off-cycle elections, citing proactive strategies that contributed to peaceful and credible polls.
However, IGP Egbetokun expressed appreciation for the advocacy towards electoral reform and assured continued partnership between the Nigeria Police Force and stakeholders to ensure secure, fair, and transparent elections.
The Nigeria Police Force plays a crucial role in maintaining law and order during elections, providing security throughout the electoral process. The proposed bill aims to address the disenfranchisement of over one million citizens who play critical roles in ensuring the smooth conduct of elections, including security personnel, INEC officials, journalists, and observers
Essentially, early voting can help increase voter turnout, inclusivity, and electoral efficiency in Nigeria. For instance, Countries like Ghana that have adopted early voting tend to have higher voter turnout rates.
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