Police impose 12-hour movement restriction for FCT Council elections
The Nigeria Police Force, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, has announced a 12-hour restriction of movement across the Federal Capital Territory ahead of the Area Council elections scheduled for Saturday.
According to the command, the restriction will take effect from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on election day to ensure a peaceful, orderly, and credible electoral process. The directive applies to all residents of Abuja, except essential service providers and accredited electoral officials.
The police urged residents to remain law-abiding and cooperate with security agencies deployed across the territory to maintain public order.
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Meanwhile, the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, had earlier declared Friday a work-free day to enable residents travel to their respective council areas to participate in the polls. The declaration was made with the approval of President Bola Tinubu.
In addition, the minister announced a broader restriction of movement beginning from 8:00 p.m. on Friday until 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, covering the duration of the elections.
The elections will see voters elect chairmen and councillors across the six area councils of the FCT. Authorities have assured residents of adequate security and called for peaceful participation throughout the exercise.
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