FCT Polls: EFCC Arrests 20 Electoral Fraud Suspects

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) announced that it had arrested 20 individuals suspected of electoral offences during the Federal Capital Territory local government elections. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale said the arrests occurred across the FCT, including in Kwali, Abaji, Gwagwalada, and Kuje, and involved activities such as obstruction of officers, vote buying and selling amounting to about N17.2 million. One suspect was found with N13.5 million in a vehicle near a polling station in Kwali. Oyewale indicated that the suspects will be charged in court after investigations are completed, highlighting ongoing security efforts to curb electoral fraud.

Key entitiesEconomic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)Dele Oyewale (EFCC spokesperson)Kwali Local Government AreaAbaji Local Government AreaGwagwalada Local Government Area

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