Edo Elections: Two Political Thugs Arrested By Police, Firearms Seized

Edo Elections: Two Political Thugs Arrested By Police, Firearms Seized

The Nigeria Police Force announced the arrest of two political thugs during an overnight operation in Edo State. Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi made the announcement in a press release on Saturday…….CONTINUE READING 

According to Adejobi, police recovered three locally fabricated cut-to-size pistols and one homemade gun from the suspects. The arrested individuals, identified as Edwin Obanor, 43, and Audu Tajudeen, 41, are reportedly members of the Peoples Democratic Party from Ugbogbo quarters, Igara Akoko.

Acting on intelligence regarding plans to incite violence during the elections, police operatives apprehended Obanor, a leader of an armed group, around 9 PM in Oredo Ward 4, and Tajudeen in Igara Akoko on the eve of the election.

While searching their bags, officers discovered three cut-to-size pistols with Obanor and a homemade gun with Tajudeen.

Adejobi emphasized that these arrests reflect the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful electoral process in the state. “The police and supporting security agencies will not tolerate any form of violence or disorder during the elections,” he stated.

The suspects are currently in custody and will face legal consequences for their actions. The police also urged the public to report any suspicious activities to local authorities or through published helplines, reaffirming their dedication to protecting lives and property.