2027 Elections: Police Set to Unveil Security Blueprint at Senior Officers’ Retreat
By Our Reporter
Abuja (Core Reporters) The Nigeria Police Force is set to use the sixth edition of its Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers to develop a comprehensive security roadmap for the 2027 general elections.
The conference, scheduled for September 21 to 23, 2026, in Owerri, Imo State, is themed: “Developing a Nigeria Police Roadmap for Effective Management of Security During Elections.”
The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, disclosed this during a press briefing in Abuja on tuesday, saying the three-day event would provide a strategic platform for senior police commanders, security experts and other stakeholders to assess emerging threats and develop operational strategies for safe, peaceful and credible elections.
Iniedu said deliberations at the conference would focus on intelligence-led policing, police-community partnerships, digital technologies, artificial intelligence and other contemporary approaches to strengthening police operations before, during and after elections.
He added that the retreat would facilitate the development of actionable strategies for the protection of voters, electoral officials, candidates, election materials and the general public during the 2027 elections.
According to him, the initiative is part of the police leadership’s commitment to institutional reform, professionalisation and operational readiness ahead of the elections.
He said, “The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to professionalising its personnel to guarantee a peaceful, safe and secure atmosphere for the country’s next major election.”
Also speaking, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Lenders Consult International Shina Philips, said the organisation had, since securing approval to organise the conference and retreat, worked to secure sponsorship for every edition of the event.
He described the initiative as part of the organisation’s contribution to supporting the “selfless and patriotic work” of the Nigeria Police Force.
He commended the government’s efforts to strengthen national security but stressed the need for Nigerians to support the police in fulfilling their constitutional responsibility of protecting lives and property and maintaining public order.
According to Him, the vision of the conference has evolved over the years, with the event attracting international participants and providing a platform for Nigeria to embrace modern policing methods.
He said Lenders Consult International would continue to partner with the Nigeria Police authorities to ensure that the conference remained focused on delivering cutting-edge policing solutions.
He thanked the Inspector-General of Police, the Force Management Team and the entire Nigeria Police Force for their support for the programme since its inception in 2019.
He also expressed appreciation to the Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, for agreeing to host the event for the third time.
The conference is expected to bring together senior police officers, security professionals, policymakers and other stakeholders to deliberate on emerging security challenges and strengthen preparations for the 2027 general elections.
