The Inspector General of Police, Mr.
Suleiman Abba has ordered that several people, arrested in different states and
locations should immediately be prosecuted for campaign violence.
It
would be recalled that Abba, had
earlier directed Zonal AIGs and State Commissioners of Police to crack down on
Political thugs and miscreants perpetrating mayhem and causing an untold
discomfort for supporters and actors of opposing political parties in the
on-going political campaigns.
Some
suspects have been arrested in connection with perpetration of violence during
political campaigns at different locations contrary to section 227 of the
1999 constitution (as amended) and sections 94 and 95 of the Electoral Act.
The
IGP has therefore ordered their immediate prosecution in the court of law no
matter their status in the society.
While
the IGP advices politicians to play the game by the rules, the Nigeria Police
will not condone any act of hooliganism from any quarters.
Members
of the public are assured of their safety always and equally enjoined to
support the Police by reporting any untoward criminal act in their areas
promptly at the nearest Police station.
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