CRIME
Police Arrest Fake INEC Official Conducting Illegal PVC Registration in Isiala Ngwa North, as Council Boss Warns Against Electoral Sabotage Ahead of 2027
A man allegedly posing as an official of the Independent National Electoral Commission has been apprehended in Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area of Abia State for conducting an unauthorized Permanent Voter’s Card registration exercise, in an incident now circulating widely on social media through a viral video.
The suspect was reportedly caught in the act by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, as shown in the viral video scene, which captured the moment of his apprehension and subsequent questioning over his alleged attempt to unlawfully interfere with the voter registration process.
Speaking at the scene, the Mayor of Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area, Hon. Amb. Innocent Chiedozie Uruakpa, condemned the incident and stressed that the 2027 general elections must be free, fair, and credible, warning against illicit practices aimed at manipulating the electoral process.
During questioning at the scene, the suspect identified himself as Mr. Chukwuemeka Nwabilor from Amaorji. He claimed that he works in Isiala Ngwa South and stated that a friend invited him to assist in registering individuals. He reportedly apologized, admitting that his actions were wrong and acknowledging that he lacked the legal authority to conduct any voter registration exercise.
The suspect has been taken into police custody for further investigation as authorities continue efforts to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process ahead of the 2027 el
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