BREAKING: Police arrest Osun SSG, others over alleged vote buying
Police recovered N4.8 million, voter registers and other exhibits as investigators probe alleged vote-buying and possible electoral offences.
- On Wednesday, The Osun State Police Command arrested Secretary to the Osun State Government Teslim Igbalaye, 57, alongside five others during an operation in Osogbo targeting a residence linked to the official.
- Acting on intelligence regarding a criminal gang operating near Oroki Estate, officers specifically targeted the property to locate Abiodun Arowomole, known as "Ashipa," who is wanted for alleged involvement in serious criminal offences.
- During the search, officers recovered N4,810,500 in cash, one Dynabook laptop, one printer, two Permanent Voter Cards, and a voter register covering Wards 1 to 15 from the premises.
- The recovery of cash and electoral materials raised serious concerns regarding possible electoral offences and other criminal activities, prompting investigators to broaden enquiries under the Electoral Act 2022.
- Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Gotan assured residents that the Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in enforcing the law without fear or favour, stating any individuals found culpable will face prosecution under the Constitution.
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Nigeria: Police Arrest Osun SSG, Five Others
Both the Osun State Government and the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) reacted differently to the police raid on the SSG's residence in Osogbo on Wednesday, leading to arrest of persons and recovery of "exhibits."
Police arrest Osun SSG, five others
Both the Osun State Government and the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) reacted differently to the police raid on the SSG's residence in Osogbo on Wednesday, leading to arrest of persons and recovery of "exhibits." The post Police arrest Osun SSG, five others appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Police arrest Osun SSG, five others over alleged vote-buying offences
According to the Command, officers recovered a register containing voters' details, raising concerns over possible electoral offences. The post Police arrest Osun SSG, five others over alleged vote-buying offences appeared first on Vanguard News.
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