00:00Sabah Police are fully prepared to ensure a safe and smooth state election later this
00:07month, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
00:11The Home Minister said Sabah Police Commissioner Datuk Jaute Dikun briefed him that preparations
00:16for the polls are at an advanced stage.
00:19He said the Sabah Police contingent currently comprises about 10,000 personnel statewide.
00:25Saifuddin adds reinforcements will be brought in from the Sarawak Police contingent if needed.
00:32In terms of training, Saifuddin adds police have conducted simulation exercises and coordination
00:38briefings with related agencies.
00:41He said the focus includes safeguarding ballot boxes in interior areas.
00:46He also said voters should not be worried about threats, intimidation or any form of pressure
00:53as ensuring voter safety is a core police responsibility.
00:58Nomination is set for November 15 and polling for November 29.
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