FCT polls: EFCC arrests 20 for ‘vote buying’, recovers N17m - The Guardian Nigeria News

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) announced that it has arrested 20 individuals in connection with alleged vote‑buying activities during the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) elections and recovered N17 million in cash. The arrests were made as part of an ongoing investigation into electoral malpractice ahead of the upcoming polls. The EFCC stated that the seized funds are evidence of attempts to influence voters, and the agency will continue its probe and pursue legal action against those involved. The development highlights heightened security measures to safeguard the integrity of the FCT electoral process.

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