Efforts by the Nigerian Police to prevent breakdown of law and order during the Edo gubernatorial election yielded result after arresting no fewer than two politicians found in possession of four arms and ammunition in Igara Akoko Area of the state.
The two politicians were 43-year-old Edwin Obanor, and 41-year-old PDP member, Audu Tajudeen, from Ugbogbo quarters, Igara Akoko, Edo State.
The suspects arrested were confirmed by the Force spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, through a statement made available to newsmen on Saturday.
According to the statement, “Acting on a tip-off that some individuals had been armed to cause mayhem and distability during the election on Saturday, the police operatives swooped into action and apprehended Obanor, a leader of an armed group, at Oredo Ward 4 at about 9pm and Audu Tajudeen at Igara Akoko, Edo, on the eve of the election.
“Upon searching the bags in their possession, three cut-to-size locally fabricated pistols were discovered on Obanor, while one locally made gun was recovered from Tajudeen.
“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.
“The suspects are currently in custody and will face the full weight of the law. The Police reassures the public of its dedication to protecting lives and property and, therefore, urges citizens to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or via our published help lines”.
