Gunmen Steal PVCs from INEC Officials in Osun Attack
Armed hoodlums attacked officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Odo-Otin Local Government Area of Osun State, stealing three packs of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs). This incident occurred at Oyinlola DC Primary School, where INEC officials were distributing PVCs.
The attack, involving about 10 suspected thugs, was reported by the police on Sunday and is part of a series of violent incidents leading up to the August 15 governorship election in the state. DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, spokesperson for the Osun State Police Command, stated that the attackers fired gunshots into the air, causing the electoral officials to flee.
Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Gotan condemned the attack and ordered a thorough investigation to identify and prosecute those responsible. The police have deployed tactical and intelligence assets to apprehend the perpetrators and recover the stolen PVCs.
Ojelabi urged the public to remain calm and report any useful information to the police.
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