The police in Kogi State have warned VIPs to resist the temptation of moving into voting areas with their security details as the repercussion may not be
The Commissioner of Police in charge of Kogi State election, CP Yekini Ayoku gave the warning on Thursday during an interactive session with stakeholders and eminent personalities on peace and security towards the 2023 Kogi State House of Assembly election.
“Anyone, no matter his/her status that elects to run foul of the law will have us to contend with as law breakers will be dealt with without mercy,” he stated. He solicited the support and cooperation of the general public in working with the police and other security agencies to ensure the election is conducted in an atmosphere of peace devoid of rancour and violence.
According to him, the 18th March, 2023 State House of Assembly election in Kogi State should be a litmus test for Kogi State not to be defined by the actions of a few lawless people.
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