Nigeria police arrest two political thugs in Edo State ahead of Elections. The Nigeria Police Force has arrested two political thugs during a late-night raid across multiple locations in Edo State, in a decisive move to curb electoral violence ahead of the state’s governorship elections.
According to a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the suspects Edwin Obanor, 43, and Audu Tajudeen, 41 were apprehended with firearms in their possession. Obanor, identified as a leader of an armed group, was arrested at Oredo Ward 4, while Tajudeen, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from Ugbogbo quarters, Igara Akoko, was nabbed in his hometown.
“Acting on a tip-off that some individuals had been armed to cause mayhem and instability during the election on Saturday, the police operatives swooped into action and apprehended Obanor at about 9 p.m., and Tajudeen shortly after,” Adejobi said. “Three cut-to-size locally fabricated pistols were discovered on Obanor, while one locally made gun was recovered from Tajudeen.”
The police spokesman emphasized that the arrests underscore the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful electoral process in the state.
“These arrests are a testament to the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to maintaining law and order and ensuring a peaceful electoral process. The police and other supporting security agencies will not tolerate any form of violence or disorderliness during the election in Edo State,” Adejobi added.
The suspects are currently in custody and will face legal proceedings. The police urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or via their published helplines.
The arrests come amidst heightened tensions and concerns over electoral violence in Edo State. The police have reiterated their readiness to protect lives and property, ensuring that the elections proceed without incident.
