Ahead of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections scheduled for February 2026, the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Miller Dantawaye, has paid courtesy visits to key traditional rulers in Abuja, urging stakeholders to ensure the elections are not treated as a do-or- affair.
The visits took CP Dantawaye to the traditional head (Sa’peyi) of Garki District, His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr. Usman Nga Kupi, and the traditional head (Gomo) of Kuje, His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr. Haruna Tanko Jibrin.
According to the FCT Police Command spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the Police Commissioner held extensive engagements with community leaders during the visits. These included meetings with 36 village heads in Garki District and 124 village heads in Kuje Area Council.
Addressing the traditional rulers and their councils, CP Dantawaye emphasized the importance of peaceful coexistence, tolerance and shared responsibility as political activities ahead of the elections begin to intensify. He cautioned against viewing elections as a do-or- contest, stressing that democracy provides continuous opportunities for participation and leadership.
The Police Commissioner noted that no electoral outcome should result in violence or a breakdown of law and order, adding that the overarching objective of the Command is to ensure peaceful, credible and violence-free elections across the FCT.
He further called on traditional institutions to use their influence to sensitize residents to shun violence, resist misinformation and cooperate fully with security agencies before, during and after the electoral process.
The courtesy visits, CP Dantawaye explained, are part of the Command’s community-oriented policing and stakeholder engagement strategy aimed at strengthening collaboration between the Police and host communities to enhance peace, security and public confidence in the Federal Capital Territory.
The Police Command also urged residents to promptly report emergencies or suious activities through its emergency lines: 08032003913 and 08028940883.
Why involve traditional rulers in elections? Shouldnt the focus be on empowering the people directly instead? Just a thought.
Do traditional rulers really have a significant impact on elections in this day and age? Seems like an outdated practice.
Should traditional rulers have a say in elections? Their influence could be beneficial or problematic. Whats your take on this?
Im not sure if involving traditional rulers in elections is a good idea. Could it lead to bias or manipulation?
I wonder if involving traditional rulers in elections is really necessary. Could it lead to bias? Just a thought.
Do traditional rulers have too much influence in elections? Should their involvement be limited? Lets discuss! 🤔🗳️
Do traditional rulers have too much influence in elections? Lets discuss how this may impact democracy in FCT.
Do traditional rulers have too much influence in elections? Are they truly representing the people or just serving their own interests? 🤔
I wonder if involving traditional rulers in elections is a good idea or just a way to maintain power dynamics.