Police Arrest 6, Recover 4 Weapons, BVAS Machine, 58 PVCs

The Nigerian Police have announced the arrest of six individuals for various electoral offenses during Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State.

Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the election, Frank Mba, disclosed this information at a news conference in Benin.

“We have made a total of six arrests, and we expect this number to increase as we expand our investigations. We recovered four weapons of different mixes, live ammunition, 58 voters cards in unlawful possession, stolen BVAS machines, and some cash,” Mba stated.

Mba described the governorship poll as peaceful and a successful exercise, attributing this success to the Nigerian Police Force’s pivotal role in maintaining law and order.

“The good people of Edo have conducted themselves commendably throughout the election process. We thank them for trusting and working with us,” the DIG said.

Mba also praised the officers and men of the Nigerian Police Force, members of the Armed Forces, and other law enforcement agencies for their professionalism and neutrality during the polls.

Their efforts ensured a secure and conducive environment for the election, allowing the people of Edo State to exercise their democratic rights without hindrance.

The recovery of stolen BVAS machines and PVCs underscores the police’s commitment to preventing electoral malpractices and ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.

This development demonstrates the Nigerian Police’s resolve to maintain law and order, protect citizens, and uphold democratic values.

_Key Highlights:_

– _Six arrests made_ for electoral offenses
– _Four weapons recovered_
– _58 PVCs recovered_ from unlawful possession
– _Stolen BVAS machines recovered_
– _Live ammunition recovered_
– _Cash recovered_
– _Police commend Edo residents_ for exemplary conduct
– _Police praise law enforcement agencies_ for professionalism and neutrality