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The Digest:

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested three individuals for alleged vote buying during the Anambra State governorship election. The suspects were apprehended across different local government areas while voting was in progress, marking a significant enforcement action against electoral malpractice.

Key Points:
  • Emeka Ilokasia arrested at Ward 2, Njikoka LGA
  • Nwachukwu Loretta was taken into custody at Ward 2 (008), Awkuzu, Oyi LGA
  • Emeka Chuwudi was arrested at Umunachi village, Dunukofia LGA
  • All suspects were participating in the election when arrested
  • EFCC confirmed arrests via its official Facebook page
  • Suspects to be charged in court after investigation
  • An operation aimed at curbing financial inducements during elections
As Anambra decides its political future, these arrests signal a growing institutional response to electoral corruption—a necessary storm to cleanse the democratic process and restore integrity to the ballot box.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria