On April 28, 2026, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Kogi State, Dr. Shehu L. Wahab, alongside members of his management team, conducted a series of high-level courtesy visits to the heads of key security agencies within the state.

The delegation met respectively with the *Director DSS, State Commissioner of Police , and the *State* Commandant of NSCDC* .

The primary focus of these engagements was to solidify the existing partnership between the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security providers. During the consultations, Dr. Shehu commended the security agencies for their consistent support and professional collaboration during previous electoral cycles, emphasized the necessity of a sustained, unified front to maintain a secure environment for upcoming electoral activities he underscored the urgency of the current year, stating that while the general elections are scheduled for next year, “