The FCT Security Committee has assured the residents of the Federal Capital Territory of their safety during and after the February 25 and March 11 elections.

FCT spokesman Muhammad Hazat-Sule disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja. He said the committee urged residents to come out en-masse to exercise their civic responsibility.

According to Mr Hazat-Sule, adequate security arrangements had been made to guarantee the safety of the Independent National Electoral Commission officials and other stakeholders.

“The committee, in its meeting held at Gwarinpa I District, Abuja, also urged residents to conduct themselves in a lawful manner during the exercise and vote for candidates of their choice. All potential flashpoints that could lead to the breach of peace have been carefully mapped out, and appropriate surveillance measures have been put in place to maintain law and order in the FCT,” added Mr Hazat-Sule.

He explained that the committee reviewed all security concerns and expressed satisfaction with the level of preparedness by the respective security formations in the FCT and concluded that the elections could hold peacefully.

Mr Hazat-Sule also mentioned that the committee noted the proactiveness of the FCT Administration in restricting commuter movements around the International Conference Centre, Abuja.

The FCTA approved the centre as the INEC collation centre for the 2023 presidential election.

According to him, the FCT is known for peace and will not tolerate any act inimical to the peace and development of the territory.

(NAN)