‘Don’t hire mobs, buy votes’ – IGP Disu warns politicians ahead 2027 elections

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, has warned politicians and their supporters against hiring thugs, buying votes or threatening voters and electoral officials during the 2027 general elections.
Disu gave the warning on Monday at the sixth conference and retreat for senior police officers in Owerri, Imo State.
He said the police would not tolerate electoral offences and would work with relevant agencies to investigate and prosecute those involved, regardless of their political status.
“To politicians and their supporters, my message is simple. Compete with ideas, not with thugs,” Disu said.
“Do not hire mobs, buy votes, move arms or threaten voters and electoral of...