MORE than 80,000 police officers will be involved in the general election and expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and control their emotions when faced with any form of provocation, Inspector-General of Police Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani said yesterday.

He said officers should also avoid getting involved in situations that could cause tension and affect the force’s credibility.

“As the country’s main enforcement agency, the police will continue to remain committed to defending national security and public order in every situation in line with the requirements of the Police Act 1967.

“Make the intention and instil a strong determination to carry out this trust with integrity, sincerity and patience,” he said in a special address on Facebook last night.

“May all the sacrifices we make, with full love and sincerity, be blessed with commensurate reward from the Almighty,” he said.

He also prayed for the safety and protection of all police personnel.

“I express a sense of pride in all the police personnel involved directly or indirectly in ensuring the smooth-running of the election,” he said, adding that he hoped all of them had equipped themselves with the knowledge and training required for the tasks ahead, besides learning from experience. – Bernama, November 15, 2022.