Delta CP Meets INEC REC, Assures of Peaceful 2027 General Elections

By Chukwunonso Eric, Warri.

The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Samuel E. Erale, psc, mnips, has strengthened collaboration with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the forthcoming general elections.

CP Erale, accompanied by members of his management team, paid a courtesy visit on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, to the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) of INEC in Delta State, Sir Etekamba U. Umoreen.

The meeting focused on deepening synergy and improving coordination between the Police and INEC towards ensuring a peaceful, credible and orderly electoral process in the state.

During the engagement, CP Erale assured the Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Delta State Police Command’s readiness to provide the necessary security support before, during and after the elections.

The Commissioner expressed confidence that, through effective collaboration among relevant stakeholders and adequate security measures, Delta State would witness one of the most peaceful elections ever held in the state.

The visit forms part of the Police Command’s ongoing engagements with critical stakeholders aimed at strengthening electoral security and safeguarding lives, property and the democratic process across Delta State.