30/09/2026
IG COMMENDS OFFICERS FOR PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT DURING 2026 GENERAL ELECTIONS
By Police News Reporter
The Inspector General of Police Mr. Graphel Musamba has commended police officers for their discipline, dedication and professionalism during the just-concluded 2026 General Elections.
Mr. Musamba said the peaceful completion of the electoral process was a test of the nation’s collective commitment to peace, the rule of law and democratic values.
He said this today, September 30, 2026 when he addressed senior officers at the Zambia Police Training College in Lilayi following the successful conclusion of the electoral security operation.
“Every hour and every day required vigilance and commitment. The peaceful completion of the process reflects the collective responsibility of the Zambian people and our shared commitment as the Zambia Police Service to peace, national unity, tolerance and the rule of law,” Mr. Musamba said.
The Inspector General expressed gratitude to the people of Zambia for their patience and cooperation throughout the electoral period.
He also congratulated the President of the Republic of Zambia and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Force, Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, on his re-election, and the Vice-President, Mrs. W.K. Mutale Nalumango, on her continued service to the nation.
Mr. Musamba further thanked all officers who served during the electoral period.
“Many of you worked long hours, faced demanding conditions and spent time away from your families. Through your discipline, professionalism and sacrifice, you helped protect lives and property, maintain public order, secure election materials and safeguard polling stations,” he said.
Earlier, Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Operations, Mr. Fred Hamaamba, said the Service had commenced early preparations by developing the National Security Plan and Electoral Security Plan 2026–2031.
Mr. Hamaamba disclosed that following an increase in the number of constituencies from 156 to 226 and polling stations from 12,152 to 13,525, the Service deployed 21,340 police officers and 2,550 police recruits across all ten provinces.
“We recorded high levels of discipline, dedication and professionalism, which reflected proper planning, effective command and control, and the commitment of our officers,” Mr. Hamaamba said.
He also commended the Inspector General for providing strong leadership during the crucial period.
And Zambia Police Training College Commanding Officer, Commissioner of police Mr. Stephen Palata, thanked Police Command for its leadership before, during and after the elections, noting that officers executed their duties with a high level of professionalism.
The conclusion of the electoral security operation marks another important chapter in the Zambia Police Service’s commitment to safeguarding peace, public order and the democratic process.
