The Digest:
In a joint operation, Kaduna police and DSS apprehended Shehu Aliyu Patangi with N25.9 million allegedly set aside for vote-buying during the state’s by-election. The suspect confessed to using the money to influence voters, triggering a warning from security forces.
Key Points:
- Kaduna police and DSS arrested Shehu Aliyu Patangi with N25.9 million cash.
- The suspect was detained early on election day at a hotel in Kaduna.
- The money was intended for vote-buying, compromising the electoral process.
- Patangi confessed to the crime, asking for leniency.
- The Commissioner of Police commended DSS for their swift intervention.
- Authorities warn that anyone caught undermining the electoral process will face legal consequences.
- Security forces reaffirm commitment to safeguarding the election process.
The arrest signals the authorities' firm stance against electoral malpractice, ensuring the integrity of Kaduna's by-election. "Fairness in voting remains the law’s priority."
Sources: Daily Post, Channels TV, Vanguard
