Int’l Police’s African head Akinlosotu leads Edo election observation troop
The High Council of Administration (HCA) announced has appointed the African Head, Col. Blessing Akinlosotu to head the International Police Chaplain Sustainable Development and Law Enforcement, Inc. (IPCSL) troops to Edo for election observation.
This was after accreditation of the group by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) among 10. major foreign organisations for the electoral observation to Edo and Ondo Governorship Elections slated for September 21 and November 16 respectively.
According to the letter from the headquarters in Florida,: “Observation mission, IPCSL will be represented by a delegation from five (5) countries. We will be in the polling stations and will publish a report before 7th October 2024 for Edo as required by the INEC.
“In its terms, the first delegation of the IPCSL for the Edo State Elections scheduled for 21st September will be led by our Regional Coordinator of Afnca Amb. / Chaplain Col Blessing A. Akinlosotu as Head of Mission According to the Ambassador, the Chaplain General/ Amb. Wilkenson CESAR, Vice-President of the High Council of IPCSL Florida, USA. The Head of the mission for the second delegation of observers of the Ondo State elections will be published to the public before 16th November.
“While working tirelessly on the dynamism and leadership of our Africa Coordinator and the Collaborator with his team, all arrangements will be made for the proper execution of the mission.
“Remember that the INTERNATIONAL POLICE CHAPLAIN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND LAW ENFORCEMENT, INC. (IPCSL) is an American non-profit organization based in Florida, USA. Established for charitable, religious, scientific and educational purposes, it contributes to the Promotion and sustainable development (SDGs) in the world and also to the application of the law through the ministry of chaplaincy within the Nations. Its objective is subdivided into seven sections: the defence of human rights, the fight against illegal immigration, it is against drugs, the fight against gender-based violence, the fight against child trafficking, the fight against global warming and the fight against hunger and poverty.”
While reacting to the responsibility, Akinlosotu emphasised commitment to the Edo voters assuring within his jurisdiction, their votes would be counted and that his team would diligently fulfill their responsibilities.
He expressed confidence in upholding the integrity of the electoral process, reinforcing the importance of transparency and accountability in ensuring a fair and credible election. His dedication aims to foster trust and confidence among the community in the electoral system.
