The Force Police Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has said that 10 individuals have been arrested in Edo State for vote buying, and engaging in political thuggery and fake journalist.
Adejobi, who stated this in a statement said that synchronized raids conducted on identified black spots on September 20, 2024, led to the arrest of two key suspects, who are members of the PDP, Emotingham Godspower (25) and Farawei Isaac (27), both from Ufunama community, Ovia South West LGA, Edo state.
He said that the suspects, connected to a larger network involving one “Atiku” and a kingpin known as “the boss”, were apprehended at So Cash guest house in Ekpoma, where a substantial amount of cash and incriminating items were recovered.
According to him, items recovered from the suspects include: ·A list of voters’ names with corresponding monetary values ·A collection of pre-filled ballot papers ·A set of fake identification cards..
The FPRO also revealed that six suspects namely Suleiman Abdurahim,Fatima Yakubu,Yusuf Aminat 52 yrs,Salihu Lukman 54yrs,Safianu Saratu 32yrs were all arrested at Aibotse Secondary School, beside Meremu hotel, Auchi, for engaging in vote buying.
This group was found with a large sum of money ·A cache of weapons ·A detailed plan outlining strategies for voter intimidation.
Adejobi also claimed, “A fake journalist who claims to be a staff member of one of the leading television stations in Nigeria was also apprehended, further highlighting the extent of the criminal network”
“Our team’s meticulous planning and swift action have dealt a significant blow to those seeking to undermine and discredit the electoral process. We remain vigilant and committed to ensuring a free, fair, and peaceful election. Investigations are ongoing, and updates will be provided as events unfold”, he added.
