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Security operatives in Ogun State have arrested some individuals believed to be officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) along with a politician allegedly involved in vote-buying ahead of the state’s by-election.
Arrest Made in Iperu-Remo
The suspects were reportedly caught at a hotel in Iperu-Remo, Ikenne Local Government Area, where they were allegedly plotting to influence the election outcome with large sums of cash.
Viral Video Emerges
A video circulating on social media shows two suspected INEC officials—a male and a female—alongside alleged PDP members being interrogated by a security operative.
In the footage, the individuals were seen squatting while being questioned over their alleged involvement in electoral malpractice.
Intelligence Report
According to the interrogator in the viral clip, intelligence revealed that the INEC officials had earlier received large amounts of money from political party agents to aid vote-buying during the election.
Ongoing Investigations
Security authorities are yet to release an official statement, but the viral video has heightened concerns over electoral malpractice in the Ogun by-election.
