PM Abiy reviews election security preparedness

Addis Ababa, June 20, 2021 (FBC) -Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today convened the National Election Security Strategic Command for a briefing ahead of national Election Day tomorrow.

The NISS Election Security Platform was unveiled in the central command Situation Room of the Prime Minister Office, highlighting election security preparedness.

The security preparedness includes physical force deployments to all corners of the country as well as cyber security enhancements to thwart assessed threats.

Satellite monitoring systems and drone technology have been deployed for reconnaissance, according to Office of the Prime Minister.

Data sharing capabilities developed across federal and regional command post stations.

During the briefing, PM Abiy Ahmed noted this new approach and the capabilities that have been created in ensuring national security ahead of key national activities.