The Ebonyi Police Command says it has begun raiding blackspots in the state as part of its efforts to combat electoral violence during the general elections.
The state’s commissioner of police, Mr. Falaye Olaleye, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Abakaliki that the command has started patrols throughout communities despite the regular deployment of personnel.
In addition to launching operation show of force, Olaleye claimed that the Command had also dispatched officers to the state’s identified flashpoints.
He assured maximum security for the citizens and urged them to come out to exercise their franchise.
“We have identified camps of all criminals who vowed that there will not be elections. We have engaged all stakeholders such as youths, artisans and candidates; and we pray that the elections will be free and fair and credible,” he said.
The Commissioner warned non-members of the security agencies to stay off the polling units or election processes.
“I want to use this medium to warn trouble makers to steer clear and allow those, that are willing to vote to come out to cast their votes.
“For you, trouble makers, the long arm will catch up with you,” he warned.
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