The Anambra State Police Command has announced a restriction of movement from 6am to 6pm today in areas where bye-elections will be held.
The exercise covers the Anambra South Senatorial District, comprising nine local government areas, and Onitsha North Constituency 1 for the State House of Assembly.
The areas includes, Nnewi North and South, Orumba North and South, Ekwusigo, Aguata and Ihiala Local Government areas respectively, for the Anambra South Senatorial District Others include: Onitsha North Constituency 1 as well as Awka South Local Government where the Independent National Electoral Commission Headquarters is located.
Police spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said only accredited security personnel will be allowed on election duty, while vigilante groups and other quasi-security outfits are barred.
AIG Godwin Eze is overseeing the deployment of officers to ensure a peaceful process.
The police urged residents to cooperate and remain law-abiding, assuring adequate security for voters and officials.
