13 Tips for Staying Safe in the Nigerian General Elections

13 Tips for Staying Safe in the Nigerian General Elections

 As Nigerians go to the polls, find below nifty 13 tips for ensuring you stay secure and safe during the crucial period.

1. As the elections draw closer, it is important to be security conscious and cautious in our movements and be aware of our surroundings. 
2.  There will be restricted movement of people in the hours leading to, and during the March 28th Presidential elections and April 11th Gubernatorial elections. Thus, we are advised to observe and comply with these directives for our personal safety
3. Be advised to adequately stock your homes with required food items during the election period, in case of emergencies, imposed curfews or other threats that may arise after the elections
4. If you are registered to vote and have your Permanent Voters Card, you are advised to go early to the Polling centre, get accredited, cast your votes and leave the vicinity immediately for your homes to await the results
5. Please do not cluster around polling centres and stay away from groups, do not mind what they are talking about.
6. Beware of your environment and if your intended voting centre doesn’t feel or look safe, it’s better you stay home, study your polling unit, and if it’s packed with miscreants, thugs and unknown faces, steer clear; remember that your life matters more than the vote.
7. Dress properly and avoid adorning any political attire, party logos etc. to prevent mistaken identity and possible victimization.
8. Do not campaign during elections. Avoid wearing politically branded T shirts, caps or bearing handbills, posters, pamphlets and banners of candidates. This can pose as a risk.
9. Avoid joining in on any inciting discussions at the voting centre which may be capable of fanning the embers of political discords amongst the political parties and their agents.
10. Stay away from parked cars and abandoned packages, luggage etc.
11. Do not share/receive consumables or gifts from anyone at the polling centres. If you sense danger or suspect any foul play, report to the approved Security Agents. Don’t take the law into your own hands!
12. Avoid taking your vehicle, kids or expensive jewelleries and other personal belongings to the polling centres.
13. You are encouraged to be extra-vigilant and law- abiding during this period. 

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