Just In: DSS nabs two alleged attackers of INEC offices in Imo

Advertisement

Two suspects who allegedly attacked Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) offices in Imo State, have been arrested by operatives of Department of State Services (DSS).

Speaking during a meeting with the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Prof Sylvia Uchenna Agu, DSS Director in Imo state, Wilcox Idaminabo also disclosed that the agency has dislodged camps at Orsu from where the hoodlums launch attacks.

Advertisement

The raids led to the arrest of a leader and financier of the hoodlums in Orsu. Idaminabo also said the hoodlums have relocated to Aku/Ihube axis along the Okigwe expressway.

 

Advertisement

He said: “We have continued to comb their camps and cells in Orsu, Njaba, Orlu and Okigwe.

“Our onslaught especially at Njaba led to the arrest of one Ejima who has been threatening to burn down the state and INEC offices.

Advertisement

“I am happy to announce that just last night (Tuesday) we apprehended him and he’s now in our custody.

“We also recovered a lot of arms, ammunition and charms from him.”

Advertisement
Exit mobile version