Abuja — The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has deployed personnel across the territory in preparation for the Area Council elections scheduled for Saturday, 21 February 2026. The deployment is part of a comprehensive operational plan to ensure a peaceful and orderly voting process.
The Police Command stated that the operation has benefited from coordination with sister security agencies, including the Nigeria Army, Nigeria Air Force, Nigeria Navy, Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).
Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, directed all deployed officers to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, maintain security at polling units and collation centres, and guarantee a free, fair, and peaceful election. He emphasized the need for vigilance, impartiality, and courtesy in all interactions with 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 21 February 2026, except for essential service providers and election officials,” CP Dantawaye said.
He urged residents to cooperate with security personnel, comply with operational guidelines, and exercise their civic duties peacefully. “Adequate security measures have been put in place to ensure the safety of all participants,” he added.
The FCT Police Command also encouraged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities or persons to the authorities via the emergency lines: 08032003913 or 08061581938.