With the crucial Zamfara State Assembly by-election just hours away, the Zamfara State Police Command has brought political leaders under one roof to sign a peace accord, reinforcing its determination to ensure a violence-free poll.
At a meeting held yesterday, August 15, 2025, inside the Command’s Conference Hall in Gusau, Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba, psc+, charged all party leaders and candidates to shun violence, hate speech, vote buying, and any act capable of undermining the credibility of the process.
The peace accord, signed by state chairmen of all political parties, seeks to promote mutual respect among contestants, encourage lawful campaigns, and guarantee peaceful engagement before, during, and after the election scheduled for Saturday, August 16, 2025.
Hon. Ibrahim, Secretary of the State APC, speaking for all parties, hailed the police for their proactive approach and pledged total commitment to a credible, transparent, and incident-free election.
The Command urged residents to promptly report suspicious activities via its hotlines — 07032490813 or 08034805544 — and reaffirmed its readiness to protect lives, property, and democratic values through professional, impartial policing.