In a dramatic incident at the Animgazanga JHS polling station in the Bolga Central constituency, a man identified as Rufai was apprehended by the police for allegedly possessing printed ballot papers.
Eyewitnesses reported that Rufai was caught with the suspected materials, prompting immediate intervention by the authorities. The police swiftly took him into custody and transported him to the regional police headquarters for further questioning.
The incident has raised concerns about electoral security and the need for vigilance. As investigations continue, the police are working to determine the circumstances surrounding Rufai’s possession of the suspected ballot papers.
While some members of the NPP claim the ballots were not original and were merely used for voter education, the regional police spokesperson has declined to comment, citing the ongoing investigation.
Furthermore, members of the National Democratic Congress have accused some NPP members of vote-buying.
These allegations have sparked concerns and raised questions about the integrity of the electoral process in the area.
