BY: News Peddlers
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The Kano State police command arrested 161 people, including a member of the state House of Assembly, for alleged electoral misconduct during Saturday's governorship and Houses of Assembly elections.
The state Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Usaini-Gumel, stated this to journalists on Sunday at the command's headquarters in Bompai Kano.
He stated that a team of security operatives apprehended the suspects after they committed electoral offences such as vote-buying and destroying election materials, among other things.
"Among the suspects is Isyaku Ali-Danja, a member representing Gezawa Constituency, who allegedly led thugs and attempted to attack the Gezawa Local Government Area INEC Collation Centre and the Gezawa Police Divisional Office," he said.
Mr. Usaini-Gumel stated that the suspects would be charged in court once the investigation was completed.
He stated that the command had assembled a special investigation team comprised of police officers, lawyers, prosecutors, and trained investigators to expedite the investigation of the suspects as directed by the Inspector-General of Police.
As the collation of election results continued, Mr Usaini-Gumel assured residents of their safety.
"We call on the peace-loving Kano State residents to continue to give maximum support and cooperation and avoid spreading fake news and hate speeches capable of disrupting the peace in the state.
"When the results are announced, avoid all forms of reckless celebrations that may result in death, injury, or property damage," Mr. Usaini-Gumel advised.
(NAN)